# Beacon Patrol: Discovery Tiles

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 1.60 / 5
- **Designers**: Torben Ratzlaff
- **Artists**: Torben Ratzlaff
- **Publishers**: Pandasaurus Games, CMON Global Limited, CrowD Games, frechverlag, Ghenos Games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Nautical
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Tile Placement

## Verdict
Enjoyed Beacon Patrol and want a little more? These two new tiles add extra charm and a touch of exploration without complicating things!More content for Beacon PatrolThematic and charming artExpands exploration feelEasy to integrateAdditional promo tilesFor base game ownersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Ahoy, mateys! If you're a fan of Beacon Patrol and looking to spice up your sailing adventures, these two new tiles are just the ticket! They add an extra dash of discovery to your game. One tile features a section of the sea with playful dolphins, perfect for adding some marine life to your board. The other tile presents a ranger station, complete with a windsock perched on an elevated platform on land, offering a new vantage point. It's all about that thrill of uncovering new horizons!

These are expansion tiles, meaning they integrate seamlessly with the base game to create fresh scenarios and challenges. The artwork is charming and adds a nice visual flair to your gameplay. You'll notice a small red arrow on each tile, marking them as promotional pieces – a little bonus for dedicated players. The core mechanics of tile placement and cooperative play remain central, so keeping those lighthouses lit will still depend on solid teamwork and communication. With a light complexity rating (1.6/5 on BGG), it's ideal for those seeking a more relaxed and discovery-focused experience without getting bogged down in heavy rules. If you already own the base game and want a bit more variety for your sessions, these tiles are a fantastic addition.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Beacon Patrol to use these tiles?
Yes, absolutely! These are expansion tiles, so you need the original Beacon Patrol game to use them.

### How many players can enjoy these new tiles?
The base game Beacon Patrol is for 1-4 players, and these tiles follow suit, so any player count from the base game can use them.

### Do these tiles significantly increase the game's complexity?
Not at all! The base game already has a light complexity rating (1.6/5), and these tiles add more theme and a bit of exploration without introducing complex new rules. They are very easy to incorporate.

### What exactly do these tiles add to the game?
They add two new locations to be discovered during the game: a sea area with dolphins and a ranger station on land. They serve to vary the map and add an extra visual touch.

### Are these promotional tiles? Does that mean they are hard to find?
Yes, they are marked as promotional. Usually, promotional items are distributed at events or as giveaways, but in this case, they are available for purchase as a small expansion pack.

### What is the average playtime with these added tiles?
The base game playtime for Beacon Patrol is 30-45 minutes. Adding these two tiles does not significantly alter this playtime, keeping the game brisk.