Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery

**Age of Discovery: A Guide to Colonial Enterprise** Age of Discovery, created by Glenn Drover, is a board game that takes players back to the time of the great explorations. In this game, you take on the role of a colonial power, with the aim of gaining prestige and accumulating wealth in the New World. You will have the opportunity to explore new lands, establish colonies and expand your merchant fleet over the course of three dynamic eras. Strategy is key: build buildings that provide unique benefits to your nation and develop your economy while competing with other players. And of course, should the need arise, don't hesitate to declare war to secure your place in the limelight. Playing Age of Discovery is an immersive experience that mixes deep strategy with the thrill of colonial adventurism. Get ready to sail the unknown seas, make strategic alliances and transform your empire into a respected power. Adventure awaits!

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery challenges players to lead one of the colonial powers from the 16th to the 19th century in its effort to explore, conquer and colonize the New World, building an empire that combines combat strategy and economic management. I remember spending hours planning every move in search of gold and resources, while trying to balance alliances with native nations to dominate the map, always looking forward to the decisive battle that would guarantee my dominance. The game involves deciding when to advance technologically or betting on war tactics to emerge victorious, all while enjoying immersive graphics and an intriguing historical narrative.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery:

• Choosing the right civilization is crucial; try out several to find the one that best suits your style of play.
• Exploring the map early can guarantee access to valuable resources and strategic locations.
• Investing in the economy at the start of the game brings long-term benefits; focus on building villagers quickly.
• Defense is just as important as attack; protect yourself with walls and towers, especially at critical moments.
• Pay attention to the cards in your colonial deck, they can turn the game in your favor if used strategically.
• Learn the keyboard shortcuts to command your troops more efficiently, saving precious seconds in battle.
• Keep your units diverse; a combination of infantry, cavalry and artillery can overwhelm enemies.
• Create alliances with local indigenous tribes to obtain significant bonuses and unique units in the game.
• Use the card deck strategically, planning which ones to send first to gain an advantage.
• Adapt your strategy as the game progresses; an effective tactic at the beginning may not work at the end.

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GAME mechanics

• Allocation of Workers - At the start of the game, managing and allocating workers is crucial. Each worker can be placed in different areas to generate resources such as wood, food or gold. Efficiency in allocation directly affects your economy and ability to create and expand armies. Imagine it like a small town fair, where each person has a role, whether selling fruit or manning the book stall. The way you direct your villagers defines your economic success in the game.
• Collecting Sets - This mechanic is similar to completing a sticker album. Throughout the game, players can collect different "cards" or "units" which, when they complete a set, offer significant bonuses. Think of how your childhood album was completed and you got that feeling of achievement when everything made sense and the pages were full. In the game, these sets can provide important strategic advantages, such as technologies or combat improvements.
• Influence / Majority in the Area - This aspect is like in a board game where controlling territories or areas brings benefits. The main idea is to have more influence in certain parts of the map, which can mean control over resources or even strategic points. It's like dominating the neighborhood park, where whoever controls the most space sets the rules - being the leader of the piece who decides where the next soccer match or picnic will be held. In the context of Age of Empires III, controlling areas guarantees economic and military advantages over your opponents.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery:

• Civilizações
• Military units
• Resources
• Buildings
• Tecnologias
• Trade Cards
• Maps
• Mission Objectives

Additional Information

• Ludopedia link: https://ludopedia.com.br/jogo/age-of-empires-iii-the-age-of-discovery
• Link Tabletopia:
• Amazon Brazil link: Comprar Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery
• Amazon USA link: Comprar Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery

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