Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Join us for an upcoming live stream on Homo Ludens as we dive into the fascinating world of niche wargames with a special playthrough of Cortés et la conquête du Mexique 1519-1521 (Cortes: Conquest of Mexico). We're thrilled to have Mark Johnson, host of the cult podcast Wargames to Go, as our guest. Known for his deep dives into thematic series, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for smaller, overlooked wargames. One of his latest podcast series explores the First Contact between Europeans and Americans, making this game a perfect fit.
Designed by Philippe Hardy, Cortés: Conquest of Mexico is part of the Gold & Steel series and offers a medium to high complexity strategic and tactical simulation of the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. This 2-player game pits the Aztec Triple Alliance against the Spanish Conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés. Expect intense battles, strategic maneuvering, and a rich historical atmosphere as we explore the clash of civilizations that shaped the New World. Whether you're a fan of historical wargames or curious about this unique period in history, this stream promises to be an engaging and educational experience. Don't miss it!
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Join us for an upcoming live stream on Homo Ludens as we dive into the fascinating world of niche wargames with a special playthrough of Cortés et la conquête du Mexique 1519-1521 (Cortes: Conquest of Mexico). We're thrilled to have Mark Johnson, host of the cult podcast Wargames to Go, as our guest. Known for his deep dives into thematic series, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for smaller, overlooked wargames. One of his latest podcast series explores the First Contact between Europeans and Americans, making this game a perfect fit.
Designed by Philippe Hardy, Cortés: Conquest of Mexico is part of the Gold & Steel series and offers a medium to high complexity strategic and tactical simulation of the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. This 2-player game pits the Aztec Triple Alliance against the Spanish Conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés. Expect intense battles, strategic maneuvering, and a rich historical atmosphere as we explore the clash of civilizations that shaped the New World. Whether you're a fan of historical wargames or curious about this unique period in history, this stream promises to be an engaging and educational experience. Don't miss it!
Support the show on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/homoludens1871
