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Cosmic Encounter 42nd Anniversary Edition Board Game - Classic Strategy Game of Intergalactic Conquest for Kids and Adults, Ages 14+, 3-5 Players, 1-2 Hour Playtime, Made by Fantasy Flight Games

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  • DIPLOMACY AND STRATEGY: Enter the world of Cosmic Encounter, where diplomacy, strategy, and alliances are key to galactic conquest.
  • INTERSTELLAR COMPETITION: Lead your alien species in a quest to colonize foreign planets, but remember, every planet is ruled by someone, and you must use diplomacy or war to expand your empire.
  • EVER-CHANGING GAMEPLAY: With a new species joining the classic alien lineup, each game offers a unique experience, ensuring no two games are alike.
  • CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE: Cosmic Combos allow for themed matchups and customization, making the game suitable for various numbers of players.
  • SUPREMACY AWAITS: Forge alliances, defeat your enemies, and secure your species' supremacy in this engaging and competitive board game.

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Colonize the galaxy in cosmic encounter! This game of interstellar exploration, negotiation, and conflict invites three to five players to lead their own unique alien civilizations as they seek to spread across the stars. But every Planet is ruled by someone, and the only way to expand your cosmic colonies is through either diplomacy or war. By establishing colonies on five planets beyond the reaches of your home system, You will safeguard the future of your species and earn victory. But if you fail, you will fall into the Black Abyss of space! Every game of cosmic encounter is different, and the tables can turn in an instant.

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Build a galactic empire... In the depths of space, the alien races of the Cosmos vie with each other for control of the universe. Alliances form and shift from moment to moment, while cataclysmic battles send starships screaming into the warp.Players choose from dozens of alien races, each with its own unique power to further its efforts to build an empire that spans the galaxy. Many classic aliens from earlier editions of this beloved game return, such as the Oracle, the Loser, and the Clone. Newly discovered aliens also join the fray, including Remora, Mite, and Tick-Tock.This classic game of alien politics returns from the warp once more. It features 50 alien races, flare cards to boost their powers, 100 plastic ships, a host of premium components, and all-new tech cards that let players research and build extraordinary technological marvels!No two games are the same!Components•Rulebook•1 Warp Token•5 Player Colony Markers•1 Hyperspace Gate•25 Player Planets (5 per player)•100 Plastic Ships (20 per player)•50 Alien Sheets•20 Destiny Cards •72 Cosmic Cards•50 Flare Cards•20 Tech Cards•42 Cosmic Tokens•7 Grudge Tokens•1 Genesis Planet•1 Lunar Cannon Token•1 Prometheus Token•1 Alternate Filch Flare


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Cosmic Encounter Board Game
Cosmic Encounter Board Game
Cosmic Encounter Board Game
cosmic encounter board game cosmic encounter cosmic incursion board game cosmic encounter cosmic conflict board game cosmic encounter cosmic dominion board game cosmic encounter cosmic eons board game cosmic encounter duel board game
Cosmic Encounter (Base Game) Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Incursion Expansion Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Conflict Expansion Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Dominion Expansion Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Eons Expansion Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Odyssey
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Type of Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game
Number of Players 3-5 Players 3-6 Players 3-6 Players 3-6 Players 3-6 Players 3-8 Players
Average Playtime 1-2 Hours 1-2 Hours 1-2 Hours 1-2 Hours 1-2 Hours 2-3 Hours
Recommended Player Age 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+
Number of Alien Races 50 20 20 30 30 42
Featured Aliens Filches, Amoebas, Parasites and Kamikazes Fungus, Magician and Locust Empath, Lunatic and Claw Joker, Yin-Yang, Tourists and Whirligig Nightmare, The Cult, Bleeding Heart and Anarchist Alternate Timeline Aliens
Variant Cosmic Combos The Reward Deck The Hazard Deck New Reward Deck with Intimidates, Variable Attacks and Retreats Hidden Alliances Brand New Campaign Mode
Sci-Fi Strategy Game
Fan-Designed
Expansion Available is an expansion is an expansion is an expansion is an expansion is an expansion

What's in the box

  • 1 Quick-Start Guide 1 Rulebook 1 Warp 1 Hyperspace Gate 25 Player Planets (5 per player) 100 Translucent Plastic Ships (20 per player) 51 Alien Sheets 197 Cards 51 Tokens 1 Genesis Planet 1 Alternate Filch Flare
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    4.8 out of 5 stars
    4.8 out of 5
    1,191 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers find the game fun and interesting with immense replayability. They say it's a great social interaction game that allows for interesting player interaction. Customers also say the game is unique and different, with cool game mechanics and interactive gameplay. They mention the game has depth in strategy and social intrigue. Customers are also happy with special abilities, appearance, and replay value. Opinions are mixed on ease of use.

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    127 customers mention123 positive4 negative

    Customers find the game to be a great and interesting game with tons of re-playability. They also say it provides for some truly epic moments and is absolutely worth learning. Customers also mention that the game has decent components and has stood the test of time.

    "...If you don't mind a bit of randomness. This game provides for some truly epic moments. It's a classic of a game. Strategic yet randomized...." Read more

    "...I love the diversity of characters with unique abilities and enjoy playing the game each and every time...." Read more

    "...This game is fantastic and I still recommend it to anyone!" Read more

    "...We then played another, and another after that. The game was a blast!..." Read more

    30 customers mention30 positive0 negative

    Customers find the social interaction in the game great for everyone, small groups, and perfect to play with friends. They say the social aspects really make the game, and it plays best with 5 people.

    "...It really plays best with 5 people, so that is the first hardship and it isn't everyone's cup-of-tea theme...." Read more

    "Love this game. Fun to play with the whole family. Had to deduct one star because game box arrived with some corner damage." Read more

    "...Social interaction is also a big factor, and ends up being a positive one...." Read more

    "...is a combination of a board game, a card game, a strategy game, a team player game (since you have options where you can help or harm each other) by..." Read more

    24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

    Customers find the game unique, interesting, and complex to master. They say the game mechanics are cool, the game is extremely interactive, and has amazing depth. Additionally, customers say the gameplay is great and the game has different possibilities for game play each time.

    "...It's awesome. Every game is memorable. Every encounter tense...." Read more

    "...The game is extremely interactive, with lots of opportunities for diplomacy and backstabbing and bluffing and surprises...." Read more

    "...This game is chaotic, but refreshing all at the same time...." Read more

    "...So why the 5 stars? Well, this is one of the best negotiation games out there and, regardless of the edition, is extremely replayable...." Read more

    23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

    Customers find the game really complex with advance options that keep making the game interesting. They appreciate the depth in strategy and social intrigue, as well as the highly creative new concepts. They also mention that the game requires you to think and appreciate the ladder of complexity.

    "...It's a classic of a game. Strategic yet randomized...." Read more

    "...FF solved this problem with plastic ships that are cute, clever, and stackable...." Read more

    "...feel familiar but new at the same time, and some of the new concepts are highly creative (look up how to win with the Masochist)...." Read more

    "...Easy to learn but has layers of complexity if you want...." Read more

    21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

    Customers find the special abilities in the game fun and random. They also appreciate the variety of different alien races and powers. Overall, customers say the game is great with variable player powers and stays fresh for a long time.

    "...Also the crazy variety of different aliens with different powers to end up with ensures that every game will be different than the last one...." Read more

    "...I love the diversity of characters with unique abilities and enjoy playing the game each and every time...." Read more

    "...It has decent components, enough aliens to satisfy, and flares (which previously have always been 'extra', if available at all)...." Read more

    "...I appreciate the functionality of the destiny deck, which prevents bully like behavior and from players being singled out...." Read more

    15 customers mention11 positive4 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the game. They say it has beautiful art work, vibrant colors, and sharp color schemes. They also say the game has depth without looking cluttered, and there is no dull moment.

    "...The first thing I noticed about this game was the art style and the visuals...I don't have enough thumbs to clearly express how pleased I am by the..." Read more

    "Super fun, TONS of replayability, quality components, beautiful artwork...." Read more

    "...Regardless, it's fun and totally cool to "PWN" someone when they try to use their special card, with a card of your own!" Read more

    "...Initially I was sad to see that the card design was changed so that I can't use my old CE cards with the new, but that's okay because they have..." Read more

    13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

    Customers find the replay value of the game well worth it, with the best value ever. They also say it's a must-buy for game lovers.

    "...I had to watch some YouTube videos. Tons of replay value and advance options that keep making the game interesting." Read more

    "...Give it a try it's a classic and it's worth every penny." Read more

    "...Definitely worth the buy for anyone who loves strategy and boardgames." Read more

    "Very very fun game, love it!!!! Learning it is a bit clunky, but totally worth it. It’s never the same game twice...." Read more

    66 customers mention44 positive22 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the game. Some mention that it's simple to learn for the first time, with simple game mechanics. They also say that the game has an easy way to play and a more complicated way to. However, others say that it is pretty complex to learn, with a fair amount of confusion with the rules. They mention that the rule book has some extremely bad typos that may confuse first time players.

    "...At its crazy heart, this is a card game, plain and simple...." Read more

    "...-The basic game is fairly simple.-The cards have the phases of the turn that they're played in highlighted for ease of use...." Read more

    "...There was a fair amount of confusion with the rules, and how the game actually played out, but we managed to finish the game...." Read more

    "...There is also a separate "quick start" rule-book for players who want to get going right away. All in all, still a great game, and made even better!" Read more

    42nd Anniversary Edition Review
    5 Stars
    42nd Anniversary Edition Review
    Should you buy this if you already own the 2008 edition? The short answer is no. All you're getting here are translucent ships, alien combo cards, and an extra alien card. The rule book has some extremely bad typos which may confuse first time players. This is really a non-issue though since the 2008 rule book is available online as a PDF and does a much better job explaining the nuances of the game. I would also recommend any new player to consult with the Board Game Geek community forum for rules clarification and errata. One last criticism I have of this game is that it is very difficult to discern the purple ships from the blue ships once stacked, which I can confirm. This is exacerbated if you are colorblind or play the game under limited light conditions. However, for my group, we did not have any issues telling the ships apart. Your milage may vary though.So, if you already own the 2008 edition or just prefer opaque ships, do not get this edition.So why the 5 stars? Well, this is one of the best negotiation games out there and, regardless of the edition, is extremely replayable. With 51 aliens in the core set, you can have over 2 million combinations in a 5 player game. That basically means that every game you play will be totally unique.A quick caveat: playing with competitive people who are easy to point out the unfairness of a situation will probably have a bad time with this game. Only consider this game if your group enjoys silly situations. Even though it's not labeled as such, I consider this a story telling game rather than a serious index of skill and mental prowess. You can be born with a silver tongue and still lose.
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