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Our Verdict
A little extra spice for Cacao fans looking to shake up the board.
Highlights
- Variety for the base game
- New positioning challenges
- Great for experienced players
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Niche/promotional content
FOR GENRE FANS
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If you've already mastered the art of turning cocoa into gold and feel your base Cacao game needs a little extra spice, get your stock ready! Cacao: Big Market & Golden Temple isn't a standalone game, but rather a set of special components designed to add variety to the classic gameplay. Originally released as part of the 2015 Advent Calendar, it features two new jungle tiles that replace specific tiles from the original game. Instead of using the standard tiles, you'll be dealing with a value 3 market and a regular 6/3 temple. This subtle change can shift the resource flow and the positioning strategies you know so well. It's the perfect type of content for players who have mastered the rules and want to keep their sessions feeling fresh, preventing the board from feeling too predictable. This is a niche expansion focused on those wanting to customize their chocolate production and trading experience with new geographic challenges. If you're looking for a new layer of strategy without having to learn a completely new system, these tiles are your way to go. Just remember that without the base game, these pieces are just pretty bits of cardboard with no practical use, so make sure your chocolate factory is already up and running before diving into this expansion!
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Publisher
ABACUSSPIELE, Frosted Games
Designer
Phil Walker-Harding
Artist
Claus Stephan
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Can I play this solo?
No, it's an expansion and requires the base game to function.
Is this game very complex?
Complexity is minimal, as it simply replaces tiles from the original game.
What's in the box?
Two special jungle tiles to replace tiles from the base game.
How long does a game take?
The playtime is the same as the base game, about 45 minutes.
How many players is it for?
The base game supports 2 to 4 players.
Do I need to buy the base game first?
Absolutely! Without the base game, you won't be able to use these pieces.