Car Wars Expansion Set #5, Double Arena
Steve Jackson Games · Board game · 1984
2–8
90 min
Weight 3.0/5
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5.0
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Ludopedia
6.8
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you're a Car Wars fan looking for more arenas for vehicular carnage, this expansion is a great find! It adds new battlegrounds to amp up your car combat sessions.
Highlights
- More arenas for duels
- Extra colorful vehicles
- Expands the base game
- Varied scenarios
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Language dependent
- May need translation
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to put the pedal to the metal with the Car Wars Expansion Set #5, Double Arena! If you're already into the chaos and adrenaline of the original Car Wars, this one's for you. This set brings two brand-new arenas, ready to become the stage for epic duels and insane races. You get two large map sheets that can be combined in different ways to create unique battlegrounds: the 32x42 inch Buffalo Municipal Coliseum, and the 21x64 inch Dumbarton Slalom Arena in Oakland, California. Just imagine the thrill of dodging bullets while trying to maneuver your ride on these tight tracks!
In addition to the arenas, you'll also get a sheet full of colorful dueling vehicles, ready to join the fray. The instructions are complete, so you won't get lost amidst the destruction. This expansion is perfect for those who want more variety in their battles and aren't afraid to put their cars on the line. If you enjoy the vehicular combat simulation vibe with a sci-fi twist, this is an addition that will supercharge your gaming sessions. Remember, this is an expansion, so you'll need the base Car Wars game to enjoy all this madness. Prepare your dice, aim your guns, and may the best driver win!
In addition to the arenas, you'll also get a sheet full of colorful dueling vehicles, ready to join the fray. The instructions are complete, so you won't get lost amidst the destruction. This expansion is perfect for those who want more variety in their battles and aren't afraid to put their cars on the line. If you enjoy the vehicular combat simulation vibe with a sci-fi twist, this is an addition that will supercharge your gaming sessions. Remember, this is an expansion, so you'll need the base Car Wars game to enjoy all this madness. Prepare your dice, aim your guns, and may the best driver win!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Steve Jackson Games
Designer
Steve Jackson (I)
Artist
(Uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Car Wars game to use this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the original Car Wars to play with the new arenas and vehicles.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion itself doesn't change the player count. It expands the base game, which supports 2 to 8 players, so you retain that capacity.
What's the estimated playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally around 90 minutes, depending on the complexity of the game and the number of players.
Are the boards large? What are their dimensions?
Yes, the boards are quite generous! We have the Buffalo Municipal Coliseum at 32x42 inches and the Dumbarton Slalom Arena at 21x64 inches, perfect for epic battles.
Does this expansion add new rules or just maps?
It primarily focuses on adding new arenas and vehicles to vary the battles. The instructions are complete for using these new components.
Is it difficult to understand the rules in English?
The BGG information doesn't explicitly state language dependency for this specific expansion, but Car Wars often benefits from clear rule comprehension. The original game's complexity might influence this.
