Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition Foundations Expansion Board Game (Supports up to 6 players) Includes new terraforming infrastructure, new project cards, and new phase cards. Includes an expansion board in English. No Japanese instructions.

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Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition Foundations

A new chapter in Mars exploration begins

A new development has occurred in humanity's greatest space exploration challenge: the terraforming of Mars. Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition Foundations is an expansion set that expands the world of the beloved base game, Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition, evolving the Mars colonization project into an even more epic and strategic experience.

Expanded Mars Colonization Experience

Greatly expanded number of players

The previous 1-4 player mode has been expanded to allow up to 6 players to play simultaneously. As you share the dream of colonizing Mars with more friends, the competition and cooperation between companies becomes more complex and interesting. Playing with a large number of people allows you to enjoy the tense gameplay where the unique characteristics of each company stand out more and various strategies intersect.

Innovative Infrastructure Systems

The biggest feature of this expansion set is the addition of a new terraforming metric, "Infrastructure." This fourth metric introduces a new development element, infrastructure development on Mars, greatly expanding players' strategic options. The Infrastructure track, provided as a supplementary game board, is placed at the top of the player board and is designed to be visually easy to understand.
You can invest in infrastructure improvements with a combination of heat and plants, or 15 Mega Credits, which not only improves your score but also grants you the bonus of drawing a card, adding even more strategic value.

Extensive game components

Adding a new project card

Twenty new infrastructure-related project cards have been added. These cards allow for infrastructure-focused strategies and provide a fine balance between the traditional three indicators of oxygen, temperature, and oceans. Players can take more diverse approaches to colonizing Mars than ever before.

Improved Game Board

The narrow Terraforming Rate (TR) score track in the base game has been improved with a new board with more space. This significantly improves visibility, especially in the early stages of the game when TR is low, and allows players to clearly see each other's progress even in a six-player game.

Multiplayer Component

To accommodate 5th and 6th players, two additional dual-layer player boards, one clear cube, and 26 two-colored player cubes are included. Plus, a wealth of resource management components—50 copper cubes, 12 gold cubes, and 12 silver cubes—make the game a breeze for larger groups.

Upgraded Phase Cards

In addition to the 10 original Phase cards, 20 new upgraded Phase cards have been added, designed to improve gameplay and add strategic depth.

Increased strategic depth

Flexible rule application

The Infrastructure Track is mandatory for 5 or 6 player games, but can be selected for 2-4 player games, allowing players to choose the right difficulty level depending on their preferences and experience level.

Efficient game progression

The simultaneous action selection system minimizes waiting times even when the number of players increases. The gameplay time for four players remains around 60 to 80 minutes, while the strategic depth has been greatly improved.

Diversity in Mars Colonization Companies

With this expansion set, you can participate in the Mars colonization as a variety of unique companies. Space Development Companies utilize advanced space technology and specialize in space projects utilizing titanium. Environmental Modification Companies specialize in improving Mars' atmospheric composition and climatic conditions, aiming to create a sustainable ecosystem through plant cultivation and microbial cultivation. Construction and Infrastructure Companies use steel to build building projects that will provide a foundation for Martian settlers to live on.

Rich contents

Contents :
This expansion set includes the following:

• 1 supplementary scoreboard
• Infrastructure Track 1 sheet
• 10 Phase Cards
• 20 Upgraded Phase Cards
• 20 new project cards
• 2 dual layer player boards
• 1 card divider
• 1 transparent cube
• 26 two-color player cubes
• 50 copper cubes
• 12 gold cubes
• 12 silver cubes

These rich components allow you to experience the epic tale of Martian colonization in greater depth.
Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition Foundations adds new strategic elements and expansion without compromising the base game. Join us in this ambitious project to transform the alien planet of Mars into a second home for humanity.

*To play this product, you will need the Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition base game.

*This product is a parallel import product that is officially distributed overseas.

The in-game language is English and does not include Japanese.

*Some product specifications may be changed without notice.

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