The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples

I've been a big fan of Reiner Knizia's "The Quest for El Dorado" since it came out, so when I saw this standalone expansion, "The Golden Temples," I knew I had to get it. It's a great addition to the original, offering a different style of gameplay that focuses more on picking up and delivering items across a larger map. The market cards add a lot of variety to the game, and I love the option of combining it with the original for a truly epic experience.

While the core mechanics are familiar, "The Golden Temples" feels fresh and exciting. I found myself really enjoying the strategic element of deciding which items to collect and how to best navigate the board. It's not quite as much of a straight race as the original, but it's still a thrilling experience.

I've read some reviews mentioning missing pieces or unclear rules. I personally didn't experience any of these issues. However, it's always a good idea to double-check your components and read the rulebook carefully before playing.

Overall, I highly recommend "The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples" to anyone who enjoyed the original. Whether you play it standalone or as an expansion, it's a great addition to any board game collection.