# Aquatica: Cold Waters

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.9
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.56 / 5
- **Designers**: Ivan Tuzovsky
- **Artists**: Oleg Proshin
- **Publishers**: Cosmodrome Games, Arcane Wonders, Gigamic, Open Borders Studio, Portal Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Nautical
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Increase Value of Unchosen Resources, Open Drafting, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Enjoyed Aquatica and want more? Cold Waters introduces a new icy threat and expands the game for up to 5 players, adding more strategy and options!Successfully expands the base gameAdds a 5th playerNew cards and locationsRequires the base Aquatica gameAlternative mechanic might divide opinionsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to dive into the depths of Aquatica, but beware! The kingdom's calm waters have been invaded by frigid currents from the North, triggering volcanic eruptions and drastic climate changes. This expansion, 'Cold Waters', brings a new layer of conflict and challenge to the base game. Northern nations have discovered Aquatica's riches and come to claim their share, resulting in the 'Polar Invasion'.

With 'Cold Waters', you not only add a fifth player to the table with all necessary components but also explore new modules that enrich the experience. A new location emerges to add more strategy to the map, and a deck of ocean creatures brings novelties to face or recruit. Furthermore, an alternative mechanic replaces the original objective track, offering a new path to victory and keeping the game fresh even for veterans.

If you already enjoy resource management and building your game engine in Aquatica, this expansion is a treat. It expands tactical possibilities with the introduction of new elements while maintaining fluidity, without overwhelming players. It's a chance to revisit the underwater world with new dangers and opportunities, ensuring each game is a new adventure in the icy depths.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Aquatica to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! 'Aquatica: Cold Waters' is an expansion and requires the base game to be played.

### How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion adds components for a fifth player, allowing the game to be played by 1 to 5 people.

### Does the expansion significantly change the base game's rules?
It adds new modules and an alternative mechanic that replaces the objective track, offering a new experience without altering the core of the base game.

### What is the average playtime with the expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity with the new mechanics.

### Does the game's complexity increase with this expansion?
The complexity increases slightly due to the new modules and alternative mechanic, but for those already familiar with Aquatica, adaptation is smooth. The BGG weight is 2.55, indicating moderate complexity.

### Is it worth buying if I only play solo?
The expansion adds content that can be used in solo mode, but the main focus is on adding the fifth player and expanding options for multiplayer.

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