Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Incursion*
Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Incursion is the first expansion for the Fantasy Flight Games edition of Cosmic Encounter, enriching the game with twenty new alien races and enabling up to six players to engage in the cosmic fray. This expansion not only reintroduces classics from the game's storied history but also adds never-before-seen aliens, each with unique strategies and powers.
Gameplay Overview
- Expanded Player Count: Introduces components and rules for a sixth player, broadening the game's appeal and dynamics.
- New Alien Races: Adds twenty alien races, including reprints of fan favorites and completely new entries, like the Sniveler, enhancing variety and replayability.
- Additional Game Elements: Incorporates new game mechanics such as Cosmic Quakes and a Reward deck to offer fresh challenges and rewards.
Special Features
- Increased Strategic Depth: The inclusion of a sixth player and new alien races introduces more complex strategies and interactions.
- Enhanced Replayability: With a total of over 70 alien races available when combined with the base game, no two games are ever the same.
- New Game Components: Features components necessary for the sixth player and new cards to add to the cosmic conflict.
Conclusion
Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Incursion significantly expands the universe of Cosmic Encounter with new aliens, mechanics, and the possibility for more players to join the cosmic conquest. Whether you're a veteran looking to refresh your galactic battles or a newcomer eager to dive into the chaos with a bigger group, this expansion promises to elevate your experience with more intrigue, strategy, and interstellar excitement.
- 3 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
We like Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Incursion so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 18 in The 59 favorite games of Matt from SU&SD