The best games set on the continent of South-America 🌎 2025

Looking for a really good game on the continent of South America? Then we have just the thing for you: the list with the best South America games 2025.

What are South America🌎 games?

Games (expansions, promos, etc.) that thematically or playfully represent the South American continent (not just one country).

It borders the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the north and east; North America and the Caribbean Sea lie to the northwest.

It can also be considered a subcontinent of the Americas🌎 (see Wikipedia entry for South America).

In English, by the way, "South America" means "South America."

Examples of games set on the continent of South America🌎:

A good example of a South America game is Eldorado.

List of the best games 2025 that play on the continent of South America:

This list was last updated on July 10, 2025. We compared 36 board games for this list and selected the top 11. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. The Quest for El Dorado

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    The Quest for El Dorado is a strategic and adventurous board game that immerses players in the exciting journey of discovering the legendary city of gold, El Dorado. Set in the lush South American jungles, this game combines deck-building and racing elements, challenging players to be both cunning and quick.

    Nominated for 13 awards and won 6.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2017

    More details for The Quest for El Dorado
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for The Quest for El Dorado

    • YouTube Review for the game "The Quest for El Dorado" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  2. Ark Nova

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    Ark Nova is a strategic board game where players take on the role of zoo planners, aiming to build and manage the most successful modern zoo.

    Nominated for 25 awards and won 13.

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    More details for Ark Nova
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 90 - 150 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Hard to learn
  3. Adventure Games: Expedition Azcana

    All details for the board game Adventure Games: Expedition Azcana and similar games

    Explore locations, combine items, and experience stories in this cooperative game series by KOSMOS. Players encounter a mysterious narrative that unfolds as they communicate, search for clues, and collaborate to unravel the story's secrets. The gameplay emphasizes storytelling and exploration without time pressure, allowing for multiple pathways and solutions across three chapters, each lasting about 75 minutes.

    More details for Adventure Games: Expedition Azcana
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  4. Llamaland

    All details for the board game Llamaland and similar games

    The highlands are wild, stunningly beautiful, and full of llamas. Being a farmer in this region can be challenging with all the hills and mountains, but growing potatoes, corn, and cocoa is what you love. By planting your fields at dizzying heights, you gather the necessary harvests to obtain coveted llama cards, which not only earn victory points but also allow you to place a llama on your farm. After about 45 minutes, you'll have an impressive farming area with your adorable and cuddly llamas.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Llamaland
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  5. 10 Days in the Americas

    All details for the board game 10 Days in the Americas and similar games

    Bring your sunglasses, snowshoes, and insect repellent—it's time to travel to new destinations across America! Players use destination and transport tiles to chart a course through North, Central, and South America as well as the Caribbean, using airplanes, cruise ships, or by foot. With a bit of luck and strategic planning, you can outmaneuver fellow travelers and be the first to form connections for a complete ten-day journey!

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for 10 Days in the Americas
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for 10 Days in the Americas

    • YouTube Review for the game "10 Days in the Americas" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  6. Tiwanaku

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    Wiraqocha created the sun and the pre-Columbian tribes of the Andes. Players guide their tribe into uncharted territory to discover lands for cultivation, honoring Pachamama while respecting the principles of diversity and complementarity. The game features unique terrain and harvest tiles, with players making exploration or divine actions, until all tiles are placed and the final sacrifices determine the winner.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.

    More details for Tiwanaku
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  7. Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery

    All details for the board game Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery and similar games

    Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery is a strategy board game designed by Glenn Drover, allowing players to dive into the era of exploration and colonization. This game offers a rich historical setting where players take on the roles of colonial powers competing for dominance in the New World.

    Nominated for 11 awards and won 2.

    More details for Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  8. Empires: Age of Discovery

    All details for the board game Empires: Age of Discovery and similar games

    Experience the age of exploration and discovery. Players take on the role of a colonial power seeking glory, honor, and wealth in the New World. As they progress through three ages, they embark on exploration expeditions, colonize regions, expand trade fleets, build capital buildings for unique national advantages, develop their economy, and declare war if necessary. This edition features the Empires: Builder Expansion, integrating its capital buildings and national advantage tiles into new player boards.

    More details for Empires: Age of Discovery
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 50 - 150 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  9. Eldorado

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    Players explore South America in search of the Eldorado, the golden statue of the Incas. The objective is to find the invaluable statue in the jungle and return it safely to New York City, all while navigating dangers like snakes, piranhas, bandits, and tropical storms. There are three key regions on the board, each offering unique challenges and opportunities for treasure or risk, making the journey a thrilling race against competitors.

    More details for Eldorado
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Eldorado

    • YouTube Review for the game "Eldorado" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Eldorado" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  10. Conquistador: The Age of Exploration – 1495-1600

    All details for the board game Conquistador: The Age of Exploration – 1495-1600 and similar games

    Players explore and conquer the New World (North and South America) during the 16th century, navigating the competition among European powers. The objective is to accumulate wealth, land, and prestige through discoveries; the player with the highest total wins. Originally published in 1976, the game accommodates one to four players and includes rules for different nationalities.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Conquistador: The Age of Exploration – 1495-1600
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 360 - 420 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  11. Fatal Alliances: The Great War 1914-1918

    All details for the board game Fatal Alliances: The Great War 1914-1918 and similar games

    Players take on the role of nations during World War I in a comprehensive simulation that captures all theaters and aspects of the conflict. They must navigate the complexities of international politics, managing both military and civilian fronts to secure victory. Strategic decisions regarding troop production and deployment will influence the course of the war, ensuring each game offers a unique experience.

    More details for Fatal Alliances: The Great War 1914-1918
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 240 - 1200 Minutes
    • 16+ years old
    • Hard to learn

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