Embark on a thrilling historical 4X strategy adventure with Europa Universalis! This game lets you transform your country from the dullness of the Dark Ages into a magnificent empire. It offers a full 4X experience set in a rich historical backdrop. Through strategic card - playing and resource management, you can expand your territory on the map board and develop your nation's internal workings on your player board. Build diplomatic ties to fulfill your ambitions and explore distant lands. Recruit skilled advisors and invest monarch power wisely in ideas, province development, and long - term plans to outdo your historical rivals. This game is suitable for 1 - 4 players (up to 6 with the expansion). The aim is to build the most prosperous empire, scoring points for owned provinces, explored areas, diplomatic relations, war victories, and achieved secret goals. Based on the renowned Paradox Interactive strategy game series, it captures the essence of the computer game's grandeur. Govern a European nation through over three hundred years of history, including the Ages of Discovery, Reformation, Absolutism, and Revolutions. Each playable nation has its own unique opportunities and challenges. The package includes 4 player sets of miniatures and tokens, 2 large double - sided map boards for 1444 and 1618 start points (including Eastern Europe), thick cardboard town disks and military units, and Age I, II, and III Events. With a theme of board games, it's suitable for ages 14+ and has a play time of about 90 minutes.
To start playing Europa Universalis, first set up the game by laying out the map boards according to the start point you choose (either 1444 or 1618). Distribute the 4 player sets of miniatures and tokens to each player. Each player also gets a player board to manage their nation's internal affairs. During the game, use the cards strategically to expand your realm on the map board and develop your nation. You can explore new areas, build diplomatic relations, and recruit advisors. To score points, focus on owning provinces, exploring territories, winning wars, and achieving secret objectives. Remember, different playable nations have different strengths and weaknesses, so plan your strategies accordingly. As for maintenance, keep the cardboard town disks and military units in a dry place to prevent them from getting damaged. Store the game in its box when not in use to avoid losing any pieces. Also, make sure to handle the cards gently to prevent wear and tear. Have fun building your empire!
