# Colt Express: North Pole Station ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2015 - **BGG Rating**: 6.8 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4, 5) - **Duration**: 40 min - **Weight**: 2.67 / 5 - **Publishers**: asmodee, Frosted Games, Ludonaute - **Categories**: American West, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting, Trains ## Verdict If you enjoy the chaos of Colt Express and want a festive twist with a scoring surprise, this expansion is a neat addition!Adds a scoring twistFestive and fun themeEasy to integrateExtra end-game ruleCan shift strategyFOR GENRE FANS ## Description It's time to add a special touch to your Colt Express with the North Pole Station expansion! This little gem was released as a Christmas present, coming in those special advent calendars we love. It's a new stop card, the North Pole Station, which slightly changes the base game's dynamics. At the end of the game, there's an extra rule: each bandit has to give their most valuable purse to the 'imp' – imagine the chaos! This expansion is for those who already enjoy the fun chaos of Colt Express and want to add a little extra spice. It's not overly complex, but the change in final scoring can be surprising and force players to think twice about where they're keeping their treasures. If you own the base game and want to explore new possibilities without overcomplicating things, this addition is perfect. It's one of those extras that, despite being small, can create memorable moments and unexpected twists. Ideal for those who like to collect all the promos or simply vary their gaming experience. Get ready for another round of high-speed heists, now with a festive touch and a special penalty for the greediest! ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game Colt Express to play? Yes, absolutely! North Pole Station is an expansion and requires the base game Colt Express to be used. ### Does this expansion add many components? No, it's quite streamlined. It usually comes as a single card representing the new stop on the train. ### Is the new rule very complicated to understand? Not at all! The rule is simple: at the end of the game, whoever has the most money has to give their most valuable purse to the 'imp'. Very straightforward. ### Does this significantly change the game's strategy? It can! Knowing you might lose your biggest purse at the end makes you think twice about hoarding too much or how to defend yourself. ### Is this expansion hard to find? As it was a promotional item from an advent calendar, it might be a bit harder to find in regular stores. It's usually found in the secondary market or among collectors. ### Is it worth it for 2-player games? Yes! The extra rule works well in any player count, adding an extra element of tension and planning, even in smaller games.