European Exploration: The Age of Discovery

Explore the new world as a European power in the 15th Century by funding and sending expeditions out into the unknown. Hire captains, build ships and outfit voyages to learn of the wonders of the new world. Expeditions can be dangerous however, so be careful or else Europe may never hear of your discoveries!

This game is made possible with an Enhancing Education Through Technology competitive grant from the Virginia Department of Education.

Virginia SOLs Targeted

STANDARD WHII.4a
The student will demonstrate knowledge of the impact of the European Age of Discovery and expansion into the Americas, Africa, and Asia by explaining the roles of explorers and conquistadors.

STANDARD WHII.5e
The student will demonstrate knowledge of the status and impact of global trade on regional civilizations of the world after 1500 A.D. by describing the growth of European nations, including the Commercial Revolution and mercantilism.