Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium*

Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium is the first expansion for the popular board game Terraforming Mars. This expansion introduces a double-sided game board featuring two distinct areas of Mars, each offering unique geographical features and strategic opportunities.

Gameplay Overview

  • Two New Mars Maps: The expansion includes the Elysium and Hellas maps, each presenting different regions of Mars.
  • Unique Geographic Features:
    • Elysium: Located opposite Mars' equator with lowlands for oceans and a mineral-rich south. Includes Olympus Mons, the highest peak in the solar system.
    • Hellas: Features Mars' south pole and the Hellas crater, ideal for creating a massive lake. Offers bonuses for building around the pole.

Game Mechanics

  • Special Tiles: Players can place tiles on specific areas like Olympus Mons and around the south pole for unique bonuses.
  • New Milestones and Awards: Each map comes with its set of milestones and awards tailored to its landscape and thematic focus.

Strategic Elements

  • Diverse Challenges: Each map offers new challenges and strategic choices, such as being a Polar Explorer or developing estates near water.
  • Map-Specific Goals: Players must adapt their strategies to the specific conditions and objectives of each new map.

Conclusion

Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium significantly enhances the Terraforming Mars experience by providing two new maps with unique landscapes and strategic considerations. This expansion adds depth and replayability, appealing to fans of the base game who are looking for new challenges and ways to explore the terraforming theme.

Nominated for 1 award.

  • 1 - 5 Players
  • 90 - 120 Minutes
  • 12+ years old
  • Medium difficulty

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium

  • YouTube Review for the game "Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium" by Shut Up & Sit Down
    Video is in English

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