Item: Explorers - The Game
Rating: 82
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

82/100

Explorers: The Game is a digital adaptation of the popular flip-and-write board game, and it translates beautifully to the mobile screen. The core loop of exploring a map by matching terrain types is deceptively simple but offers a deep level of tactical decision-making. You're constantly weighing whether to go for high-value targets like temples or to focus on completing villages for a steady stream of points. Every game feels like a mini-adventure.

What I appreciate most is the variety of the scoring tiles, which change every match and force you to adapt your strategy. The solo mode is excellent for quick sessions, but the asynchronous multiplayer is where the game really shines, allowing you to compete against others without needing to be online at the same time. The UI is clean and functional, making it easy to see your progress across the hex-grid map. It’s a solid, brainy filler game that rewards careful planning.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1576503781

$2.99 4+★4.3 7 reviews

Author : BrettspielWelt

Pubish Date : Wed Sep 01 2021

Last Update Date : Wed Nov 23 2022

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.3Wed Nov 23 2022

Improvements when logging in again
Fixed loading and saving bugs
Various minor bug fixes
Finally you found it!
A legendary world lies before you. Get ready to explore it, uncover its secrets, and befriend its inhabitants. Floating rocks kept the land hidden for years. And yet you are not alone: other explorers travel there too! Use the map to plan your route wisely and become the greatest explorer of all time!
Experience the fascination of this tactical flip & write game by Phil Walker-Hardinga from Ravensburger in this app.
Dive in easily with the tutorial and discover more and more diverse tactical possibilities with each game!
Key Facts:
- Flip & Write game
- Tutorial for easy start
- 3 different game modes with varying degrees of randomness
- 32 order tiles provide maximum variety and constantly new challenges
- Compete with players from all over the world in weekly highscore lists
- Collect Achievements and become the greatest explorer of all time.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Finally you found it!
A legendary world lies before you. Get ready to explore it, uncover its secrets, and befriend its inhabitants. Floating rocks kept the land hidden for years. And yet you are not alone: other explorers travel there too! Use the map to plan your route wisely and become the greatest explorer of all time!
Experience the fascination of this tactical flip & write game by Phil Walker-Hardinga from Ravensburger in this app.
Dive in easily with the tutorial and discover more and more diverse tactical possibilities with each game!
Key Facts:
- Flip & Write game
- Tutorial for easy start
- 3 different game modes with varying degrees of randomness
- 32 order tiles provide maximum variety and constantly new challenges
- Compete with players from all over the world in weekly highscore lists
- Collect Achievements and become the greatest explorer of all time.

Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 7 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Explorers is the official digital version of the acclaimed board game. In each game, players explore a map of various terrains (mountains, water, desert, grass) to reach temples, collect items, and build villages. With shifting scoring objectives in every session, you must carefully choose your path to maximize points. Play solo or compete against players worldwide in a quest to become the greatest explorer.

Features

Official digital adaptation

Variable setup for high replayability

Challenging solo mode

Asynchronous online multiplayer

Tips

Efficient Pathing

Try to link your movements to reach temples early. The first player to reach a temple gets more points, so speed is just as important as coverage.

Promotion Videos

Explorers - How To Play - YouTube

Gameplays

Managing Terrain

Each turn, a terrain card is flipped. You must place your markers on that terrain type. Use your limited 'joker' abilities wisely to cross difficult gaps.