Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: Amiga
- Publishers: Impressions Games
Discovery: In the Steps of Columbus (1992)
Introduction
Discovery: In the Steps of Columbus is a 1992 adventure game developed and published by Infogrames. The game is based on the life of Christopher Columbus, and allows players to explore the New World and experience the challenges and dangers of exploration.
Gameplay
Discovery is a point-and-click adventure game. Players control Columbus as he explores the New World, interacts with the native peoples, and searches for treasure. The game features a variety of puzzles and challenges, which players must solve in order to progress.
One of the unique features of Discovery is its use of historical accuracy. The game’s world is based on real-world locations, and the events that occur in the game are based on actual historical events. This makes Discovery a great way to learn about the history of exploration and the New World.
Setting
Discovery is set in the late 15th century, during the Age of Exploration. Players take on the role of Christopher Columbus, a Genoese explorer who is determined to find a new route to Asia. Columbus’s journey takes him across the Atlantic Ocean and to the New World, where he encounters a variety of challenges and dangers.
Characters
- Christopher Columbus: The protagonist of the game. Columbus is a skilled navigator and explorer, but he is also ambitious and ruthless.
- Isabella I of Castile: The Queen of Spain. Isabella is a strong supporter of Columbus’s expedition.
- Ferdinand II of Aragon: The King of Spain. Ferdinand is more cautious than Isabella, but he eventually agrees to fund Columbus’s expedition.
- Martin Alonso Pinzón: The captain of the Pinta. Pinzón is a skilled sailor and navigator.
- Vicente Yáñez Pinzón: The captain of the Niña. Pinzón is a skilled navigator and explorer.
Story
Discovery begins with Columbus’s departure from Spain in 1492. Columbus’s expedition sails across the Atlantic Ocean and eventually reaches the New World. Columbus and his crew explore the New World, and they encounter a variety of challenges and dangers.
Columbus and his crew face storms, hostile natives, and disease. They also struggle to find food and water. Despite these challenges, Columbus and his crew persevere, and they eventually establish a settlement in the New World.
Reception
Discovery was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its historical accuracy, its challenging puzzles, and its beautiful graphics. Discovery was also a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Discovery is considered to be one of the greatest adventure games of all time. The game’s historical accuracy, challenging puzzles, and beautiful graphics have made it a classic. Discovery has also been praised for its educational value, as it teaches players about the history of exploration and the New World.
Conclusion
Discovery: In the Steps of Columbus is a classic adventure game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s historical accuracy, challenging puzzles, and beautiful graphics make it a must-play for fans of adventure games and history buffs alike.
Review Score
8/10
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