51.0
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Ludopedia
7.8
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BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love city‑building games and want extra factions plus premium pieces, the Master Set lands as an irresistible upgrade.
Highlights
- High‑quality wooden components
- New factions diversify strategies
- Thematic story enriches immersion
Keep in mind
- Pre‑order price can be steep
- Requires the base 51st State game
- Learning curve for newcomers
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About the game
What you do in a play session
The 51st State Master Set arrives as a pre‑order bundle packed with fresh content for fans of the Neuroshima universe. It adds two extra factions—Hegemony and Texas—and a micro‑expansion of three cities, complete with tiles and 18 faction markers, opening up new map configurations. Printed scoring markers are replaced by six custom wooden discs with stickers, giving the game a premium look. Exclusive wooden pieces feature 3D reliefs and painted accents, and a transfer sheet lets you apply the stickers. A printed story titled "Signal" sets the scene in the post‑apocalyptic world, and a solo variant is included for solo play. All these upgrades enhance the core experience of city building, hand management, and variable phase order that define the base game. The set retains open drafting, where everyone sees the same pool of cards and picks simultaneously, and variable phase order, which reshuffles the turn structure each round for dynamic gameplay. With a weight of about 5/5 and a playtime of 60‑90 minutes for 1‑6 players, it suits those who enjoy deep strategy wrapped in a sci‑fi, post‑apocalyptic theme. In short, it’s a visual and mechanical upgrade that will please both veterans and newcomers eager to dive into Neuroshima’s chaos.
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Portal Games
Designer
Ignacy Trzewiczek
Artist
Grzegorz Bobrowski
Community
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397owners
36wishlist
18want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
1 to 6 players, including a solo mode.
What is the typical playtime?
Between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity with the rules.
Do I need the base game to use the Master Set?
Yes, the Master Set is an expansion that supplements the original 51st State.
Which new factions are added?
Hegemony and Texas, each with unique abilities and cards.
What does the city micro‑expansion include?
Three city tiles and 18 faction markers, organized into six sets of three.
Is there a solo variant?
Yes, the Master Set includes specific rules for solo play.
Are the wooden components purely decorative?
No, they replace printed scoring markers and feature functional 3D reliefs.