Conquistador

Conquistador is a board game that simulates the exploration of the New World in the 16th century. It was originally published by Simulations Publications, Inc. (SPI) in 1976 and designed by Richard Berg. The game is quasi-historical in nature, providing the atmosphere and mechanics of the 16th Century world, along with historical personages. Players take on the role of European countries sending expeditions to find gold and establish colonies. Although the design uses the trappings of board wargames such as a hex map, combat is not a major part of the game.

Why is Conquistador Popular?

Conquistador is considered a classic board game and has been praised for its entertainment value and dynamic Gameplay Mechanics of Conquistador. It is a game that should provide hours of keen competition. The exploitation of a new continent is a tremendously attractive game situation, and the game mechanics are dynamic and free-wheeling.

Game Components of Conquistador

– Hex map
– Counters representing armies, fleets, and settlements
– Cards representing events and historical personages
– Dice

Game Setup of Conquistador

– Players choose a European country to represent
– Players place their starting armies and fleets on the board
– Players draw event cards

Gameplay Mechanics of Conquistador

– Players take turns moving their armies and fleets, exploring the New World, and establishing colonies
– Players can also trade with Native American tribes and other European countries
– Event cards can affect gameplay by introducing historical personages or other events
– Combat is not a major part of the game, but can occur if two armies occupy the same space on the board

Game Objective of Conquistador

The objective of the game is to accumulate as much wealth, land, and exploration as possible.

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