Expeditions: Around the World
AMIGO, Queen Games, Ravensburger AG · Board game · 1996
2–6 · best 3
30–45 min
Weight 2.0/5
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7.8
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Ludopedia
6.7
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for light travel game fans with approachable strategy. The shared expeditions mechanic is uniquely fun!
Highlights
- Easy-to-learn mechanics
- Educational but not preachy
- Elegant indirect interaction
- Quick and dynamic gameplay
Keep in mind
- Too light for hardcore gamers
- Luck can sway outcomes
- Basic components (older edition)
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Expeditions: Around the World, you join three shared expeditions departing from Europe on a global journey. The board features a world map with branching paths where you place arrows to guide the explorations. Here's the twist: each player has secret archaeological site cards - when an expedition reaches a matching location, you score points! Special spaces grant bonus actions or extra turns. The game ends when someone completes all their objectives, and the highest scorer wins. It's a delightful mix of light strategy, controlled luck, and that 'just one more turn' itch - perfect for fans of travel games with educational sprinkles about cultures and geography.
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Best player count
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2
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3
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4
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5
REC
6
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Publisher
AMIGO, Queen Games, Ravensburger AG, Super Meeple, Arrakis Games, Evrikus, Kobold Spieleverlag
Designer
Wolfgang Kramer
Artist
Jo Hartwig, Marc Margielsky, Yann Valéani
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes! Simple rules and educational theme work great for ages 10+. Younger kids can play with assistance.
Is there language dependency?
None! The game uses only icons and city names - no text needed.
Best player count?
Plays best with 3-5. At 2 it's more predictable; at 6 there's slight downtime.
Is it luck-heavy?
Some luck exists (card order/dice), but strategy (when to use bonus actions) matters more.
Worth buying if I own Wildlife Adventure?
They're very similar! Only get this if you prefer the global theme - core mechanics are nearly identical.
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