- Publication date
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1995
- Topics
- Windows games, Vintage computer games, Board games
- Item Size
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115.7K
The Game of the Amazons (or simply Amazons) is an abstract game of territory for two players, played on a 10×10 board. Each player has four amazons, which move like chess queens : any number of vacant squares in a straight line—orthogonally or diagonally. After it moves, an amazon must fire an arrow in the same manner from its landing square (one or more vacant squares orthogonally or diagonally)—the square where the arrow lands is then marked with a poker chip or other counter to indicate it is blocked (in the computer version blocked squares are colored red). No amazon or arrow may move into or through a blocked square. White moves first, moving one amazon and firing an arrow with that amazon. The players alternate moving, and the player last able to make a move wins.
- Addeddate
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2017-08-12 23:42:16
- Identifier
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AMAZONS
- License
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freeware
- Scanner
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Internet Archive HTML5 Uploader 1.6.3
- Year
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1995
Another thing that really makes The Game of the Amazons v1.9 enjoyable for me is how it manages to stay interesting even after playing it multiple times. Many games feel repetitive after a while, but here, the experience still feels fresh because of the small details and different ways you can approach the gameplay. As you continue playing, you naturally start improving and understanding the mechanics better, which makes everything feel more rewarding. I also appreciate the balance the game maintains—it’s not too difficult, but it’s not too easy either. You can play it casually for a short break or spend longer sessions without getting bored. That flexibility is one of the biggest reasons why I keep coming back to The Game of the Amazons v1.9. Overall, it’s the kind of game that doesn’t just entertain you for a moment, but actually gives you a consistently enjoyable experience every time you play.
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