Discovery: The Era of Voyage (2015)

About this game

With the advancement of shipbuilding technology and navigation, countless brave explorers set sail to the unknown seas. Cities and islands previously unknown to us are being discovered. Fleets of various countries sail on the foreign oceans with the discovery of new sea routes, speeding up cultural and commercial exchange and taking us one step closer to the future. In Discovery: Era of Voyage, players take on the role of ambitious captains leading their fleet towards glory at sea. Through trading goods and commodity, investment and development, you accumulate reputation and influence among the islands. Build a foundation for your family’s wealth and prosperity!

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.1/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.