A Nice Cuppa: Seasonal Stress

Button Shy · Board game · 2024
1 · best 1 Solo 15 min
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RECOMMENDED

If you already love 'A Nice Cuppa' and want more spice in your solo sessions, this expansion is a treat! It adds a really cool strategic kick.

Highlights
  • Adds unpredictable challenges
  • Increased replayability
  • More tense decisions
  • Bonuses for overcoming
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • May increase difficulty
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for another challenge in your tea routine with the 'A Nice Cuppa: Seasonal Stress' expansion! As the name suggests, each season brings a new worry that can disrupt your moment of peace. But don't fret, you can tackle these stresses head-on to overcome them and, who knows, even gain a little extra help in the process. This 4-card expansion adds a dynamic and unpredictable element to your solo sessions of 'A Nice Cuppa'.

At the start of each game, you'll add a random Stress card above your Tea line. This card represents a unique seasonal challenge, such as having a certain number of Distracted Tea cards in play simultaneously. Your goal is to fulfill the specific requirement of the Stress card. If you succeed, you not only remove the source of worry from your table but also gain an immediate bonus to help you in the game. It's a great feeling of accomplishment!

However, if you fail to eliminate the Stress by the end of the game, be prepared for the consequences: negative points will be deducted from your final score. This adds an extra layer of strategy and priority management, making every decision even more crucial. Will you focus on your main objective or try to resolve the seasonal stress first? 'Seasonal Stress' is perfect for those who already enjoy 'A Nice Cuppa' and are looking for a way to spice up the solo experience, adding more variables and interesting decisions with each cup of tea.

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: A Nice Cuppa Series: Simply Solo Games (Button Shy) Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy) Theme: Seasons of the year
Publisher Button Shy
Designer Scott Almes
Artist Andrea Ivetic Vicai

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is 'A Nice Cuppa: Seasonal Stress'?
It's a small 4-card expansion for the solo game 'A Nice Cuppa', which introduces 'Seasonal Stress' cards to add new challenges and strategic decisions to your games.
Do I need the 'A Nice Cuppa' base game to play this expansion?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the 'A Nice Cuppa' base game to be played. It complements the original experience with new elements.
How many players can play with this expansion?
Like the base game, 'A Nice Cuppa: Seasonal Stress' is designed for 1 player, maintaining the solo experience of the original title.
How long does a game last with this expansion?
The game duration remains the same as the base game, about 15 minutes, as the expansion only adds a few layers of decision-making without significantly extending playtime.
What level of complexity does this expansion add?
It adds a light complexity, introducing a new condition to manage (the Stress card) and a new priority to consider, but without overwhelming the game's basic rules.
What are the main components of this expansion?
The expansion consists of 4 unique Stress cards, which are added to your base game to vary the experience in each play.
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It is highly recommended for fans of 'A Nice Cuppa' who are looking for more variety, challenges, and interesting decisions in their solo sessions, without greatly increasing the overall duration or complexity.