Summary
- Release Year: 1987
- Genres: Card & Board Game
- Platforms: Amiga, Amstrad CPC, Commodore C64/128/MAX, MSX
- Developers: Endurance Games Ltd.
- Publishers: Endurance Games Ltd.
Eye: A Classic Turn-Based Board Game
Eye is a turn-based board game for 2-4 players, designed by Martin Wallace and published in 1987. The game is set in a fantasy world, and players take on the role of powerful wizards who are competing to control the Eye of Truth, a magical artifact that grants its possessor the power to see the future.
The game is played on a hexagonal grid board, and each player has a set of pieces that they can move around the board. The pieces are all different shapes and sizes, and each one has a different ability. Players can use their pieces to capture their opponents’ pieces, or to control key locations on the board.
The goal of the game is to be the first player to control the Eye of Truth for three consecutive turns. Players can control the Eye of Truth by moving one of their pieces onto the space that contains the Eye, or by capturing an opponent’s piece that is carrying the Eye.
Eye is a game of strategy and planning. Players need to carefully consider their moves, and they need to be able to anticipate their opponents’ moves. The game is also a lot of fun to play, and it’s a great way to spend an evening with friends.
Components
The Eye game comes with the following components:
- 1 game board
- 4 sets of player pieces (each set contains 12 pieces)
- 1 Eye of Truth token
- 1 rulebook
Gameplay
The game is played over a series of turns. On each turn, a player can take one of the following actions:
- Move one of their pieces
- Capture an opponent’s piece
- Control a key location
- Use a special ability
Movement
Players can move their pieces one space at a time, in any direction. Pieces can move through empty spaces, or they can move onto spaces that are occupied by other pieces. If a piece moves onto a space that is occupied by an opponent’s piece, the opponent’s piece is captured.
Capture
Players can capture their opponents’ pieces by moving one of their pieces onto a space that is occupied by an opponent’s piece. When a piece is captured, it is removed from the board.
Control
Players can control key locations on the board by moving one of their pieces onto a space that is marked with a key symbol. When a player controls a key location, they receive a bonus on their next turn.
Special Abilities
Each type of piece has a different special ability. For example, the Wizard piece can teleport to any space on the board, and the Knight piece can move over other pieces. Players can use their pieces’ special abilities to gain an advantage over their opponents.
End of the Game
The game ends when one player controls the Eye of Truth for three consecutive turns. The player who controls the Eye of Truth at the end of the game wins.
Strategy
Eye is a game of strategy and planning. Players need to carefully consider their moves, and they need to be able to anticipate their opponents’ moves. There are a few key strategies that players can use to win the game:
- Control the center of the board. The center of the board is the most important area on the board, as it gives players access to all of the other spaces. Players should try to control the center of the board by moving their pieces into the center spaces, or by capturing their opponents’ pieces that are in the center.
- Use your pieces’ special abilities. Each type of piece has a different special ability, and players can use these abilities to gain an advantage over their opponents. For example, the Wizard piece can teleport to any space on the board, and the Knight piece can move over other pieces. Players should try to use their pieces’ special abilities to their advantage, and they should try to anticipate how their opponents will use their pieces’ special abilities.
- Be patient. Eye is a game of patience and planning. Players need to take their time and consider their moves carefully. They should not rush into making a move, and they should always try to anticipate their opponents’ moves.
Conclusion
Eye is a classic turn-based board game that is still enjoyed by many people today. The game is a lot of fun to play, and it’s a great way to spend an evening with friends. If you’re looking for a new board game to try, I highly recommend Eye.
Review Score
8/10
