Jan 29 2009
Conquer the Islands with Ikariam
If you liked the idea of Travian but found the game play to involved or perhaps you are simply looking for another game in which to conquer try playing Ikariam. The initial start up is easier. Instead of balancing four resources in order to expand you only need to worry about lumber to begin. Also, Ikariam uses gold so trade is easier to facilitate.
However, do be careful how you spend your initial luxury goods because the are necessary for later expansion and are not always available through trade. Also, you can not settle new territory until you have created a palace (and you are only allowed one colony per palace level). As each island only has one luxury good chose your colony placement with care.
Good luck.