# Entdecker: Exploring New Horizons

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2001
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #3547
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 2.43 / 5
- **Designers**: Klaus Teuber
- **Artists**: Andreas Steiner, Stephen Graham Walsh
- **Publishers**: Competo / Marektoy, KOSMOS, Laser plus, Mayfair Games, Tilsit
- **Categories**: Exploration, Nautical
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Dice Rolling, End Game Bonuses, Events, Grid Movement, Income, Map Addition, Modular Board, Open Drafting, Ownership, Push Your Luck, Square Grid, Tile Placement, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
If you enjoy charting new territories and dominating areas, Entdecker: Exploring New Horizons is a great pick! It's an exploration game with a mix of strategy and luck that makes you feel like a true adventurer.Addictive map expansionRewarding area controlVariety each gameImmersive exploration themeDice luck can be a factorSlight initial learning curveInteraction can be indirectRECOMMENDED

## Description
Set sail for an oceanic exploration adventure in Entdecker: Exploring New Horizons! This game kicks off with a blank map representing an uncharted sea, just waiting to be discovered. Each turn, you'll reveal and place new tiles, expanding the board and bringing islands to life from the depths. The core fun lies in investing in these newly found islands by building settlements, forts, or dispatching scouts to claim your stake. Completed islands award victory points to all who contributed to their exploration, but the ultimate explorer, with the strongest presence, reaps the most rewards (and points!).

This enhanced version features a larger board, a revamped income system, and new bonus tiles like waterfalls. And there's more! A brand-new area of the map allows your scouts to venture into jungles, searching for exotic plants in an exciting discovery mechanic. With the option to purchase tiles from open stacks and a variable setup for each game, Entdecker: Exploring New Horizons delivers an exploration and area control experience that challenges you to plan your moves and take the right risks to become the greatest explorer of the seas. It's a game that rewards strategic foresight and bold moves!

## FAQ
### Who is Entdecker: Exploring New Horizons for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy exploration, tile-placement, and area control games with a dash of luck. If you like charting a map that builds itself each game, you'll have a blast!

### How many players can join?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players and plays well at all player counts.

### How long does a game typically last?
Expect around 90 minutes per game. It's a game that requires some time investment for strategic planning.

### What is the game's complexity level?
The medium weight (2.43/5 on BGG) suggests it's not overly complex, but strategic planning is definitely needed. Basic rules are easy to grasp, but mastering the nuances takes time.

### Is the game heavily luck-dependent?
There's dice rolling and tile drawing, which introduce luck. However, strategic decisions about where to invest and how to control areas are crucial for victory.

### Does the exploration theme come through well?
Absolutely! The feeling of discovering new islands, expanding the map, and competing for resources strongly evokes the age of discovery.

### Is this a good family game?
It can be, depending on the family's age and experience. Younger players (around 10-12 years old) who are already familiar with other board games should adapt well to the rules.

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