Overview
Mercatoria invites players to step into the shoes of a European power during the pivotal year of 1492. Inspired by the classic Imperialism 2, this hex-grid, turn-based grand strategy game tasks you with achieving dominance through a blend of trade, industrial development, colonization, and warfare. The world is ripe for exploration, with the New World holding untold riches like sugarcane, tobacco, fur, and diamonds, waiting for the boldest nations to claim them.
Highlights
- Age of Discovery Setting: Command England, France, Spain, Holland, Portugal, or Sweden in a race for global supremacy.
- Deep Strategy Mechanics: Engage in trade, build industries, colonize new lands, and wage war across a dynamic hex-grid.
- Replayability: Experience a new map and unique challenges every game, ensuring no two playthroughs are the same.
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy deep, turn-based strategy experiences with a historical setting. Fans of grand strategy, 4X games, and economic simulation will find plenty to love as they navigate the complexities of empire-building and international competition.
Game Info
Developed and published by Dinkel Games, Mercatoria offers a rich simulation of the Age of Discovery. It features both single-player and multi-player modes, with each turn representing a year. The game emphasizes the importance of establishing robust transport networks, as resources do not magically appear in your stockpiles. Players must actively manage their supply chains and infrastructure to fuel their expansion and military might.
