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6.7
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BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love blending space exploration, strategy, and a touch of sci‑fi, this expansion will put you on the front lines!
Highlights
- Space exploration
- New factions
- Dynamic modules
- Exclusive powers
- Expanded gameplay
Keep in mind
- Moderate complexity
- Additional components
- Base expansion required
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About the game
What you do in a play session
The "Galaxy Hunters: Colonizers" expansion takes the space adventure to a whole new level, adding three alien pilots, three human robots, and an entirely new monster race, along with two brand‑new factions. With components that allow for five players – and even six if you already own the "Explorer Fleets" expansion – the game becomes even more dynamic. Two brand‑new modules, "Planet Colonization" and "Robot Upgrades," introduce new building and enhancement mechanics that fit perfectly into the existing modular board structure. Each player receives exclusive powers, reinforcing the idea that each faction has its own identity and strategy. The worker placement mechanic remains the heart of the game, now with more action options thanks to the new pilots and robots. In terms of experience, the expansion keeps the resource balance and the tension of territorial conquest, but expands the tactical choices, making games even more unpredictable. If you enjoy mixing exploration, strategy, and a touch of sci‑fi, this expansion will have you on the front lines of corporate space battles.
In short, "Galaxy Hunters: Colonizers" offers more factions, more resources, and more fun, while preserving the core of the base game and adding depth to each player’s decisions.
In short, "Galaxy Hunters: Colonizers" offers more factions, more resources, and more fun, while preserving the core of the base game and adding depth to each player’s decisions.
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2
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3
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4
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5
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6
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Publisher
HISTERIA GAMES, Taberna do Dragão
Designer
Daniel Alves
Artist
Cássio Yoshiaki, Xia Taptara
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can use the expansion?
The expansion supports 2 to 6 players, with additional components that allow play with 5 players – and even 6 if you already own the "Explorer Fleets" expansion.
How long does a game last with the expansion?
Game time ranges from 60 to 150 minutes, depending on the number of players and the chosen level of complexity.
Does the expansion add new rules or just components?
It introduces new modules, pilots, robots, and exclusive powers, while keeping the core rules of the base game.
Do I need another expansion to use the 6‑player components?
Yes, to play with 6 players you need the "Explorer Fleets" expansion to unlock the 6‑player mode.
What is the difficulty level?
The difficulty is moderate to high, depending on players’ choices and the factions selected.
Does the game become more balanced with the expansion?
The expansion offers more options, but it can shift balance, so it’s good to test in smaller groups before playing with larger groups.
What are the new game modules?
The new modules are "Planet Colonization" and "Robot Upgrades".