# Entdecker

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1996
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #4244
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.25 / 5
- **Designers**: Klaus Teuber
- **Artists**: Andreas Steiner, Franz Vohwinkel
- **Publishers**: 999 Games, Goldsieber Spiele, Mayfair Games
- **Categories**: Exploration
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Modular Board, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you enjoy the thrill of discovering new lands and building the map as you play, Entdecker could be a great pick! It's an exploration game with a touch of influence struggle that reinvents itself each round.Dynamic map buildingRewarding explorationInfluence struggleHigh replayabilityCan feel a bit simpleTheme is somewhat abstractRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to chart unknown seas in Entdecker! Starting with a blank board representing a mysterious ocean, the adventure is to build the map tile by tile. You'll buy and place tiles, revealing islands that emerge from the void. As these lands take shape, the race to explore them begins. Each player invests their resources to place settlements, bases, or scouts on these new islands, aiming to dominate the exploration. Whoever establishes the strongest presence on a completed island not only secures victory points but also takes the largest share of the spoils. It's a fierce competition where expansion strategy and influence over newly discovered islands are crucial to becoming the greatest discoverer. With a board that changes every game thanks to tile placement, Entdecker offers a dynamic exploration experience full of tactical decisions. It's a game that rewards planning and boldness when conquering new territories. If you enjoy exploration games with a touch of area control and a board that builds itself before your eyes, Entdecker might be your next great nautical adventure!

## FAQ
### Is Entdecker a game for beginners or experienced players?
Entdecker has relatively simple rules and is a great entry point for those wanting to try exploration and tile-placement games. More experienced players might find the strategy a bit light, but its replayability is a strong point.

### How long does a game of Entdecker typically last?
Games of Entdecker usually last around 60 minutes, which is a very reasonable time for a game with this depth and replayability.

### How many players does Entdecker support, and how does it play with different counts?
The game is for 2 to 4 players. With fewer players, the area control aspect might be slightly less intense, but the map-building and exploration mechanics remain the core focus.

### Is the board always the same in every game?
No! One of Entdecker's great features is its modular board. Each game starts with a blank board, and tiles are placed by the players, creating a different map each time.

### Do I need to know how to play other games in the 'Entdecker' series?
No, Entdecker (1996) is a standalone game. Although there are other games with similar names, this one works perfectly on its own and doesn't require prior knowledge of other titles in the series.

### What is the main objective of the game besides exploring?
The goal is to accumulate the most victory points. This is primarily achieved by establishing the largest presence (with settlements, bases, or scouts) on islands that have been fully revealed and explored.