Conquest of Planet Earth: Apocalypse

Flying Frog Productions · Board game · 2012
7.5 Ludopedia 7.5 BGG 1–6 · best 1, 2, 4 Solo 30–90 min Weight 2.6/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you love alien invasions and miniatures, Apocalypse adds fresh factions and naval defense, boosting the fun.

Highlights
  • New alien races
  • Coastal defense deck
  • Supports 6 players
  • Extra miniatures
Keep in mind
  • Needs near‑complete translation
  • Light learning curve
  • Play time can vary
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Conquest of Planet Earth: Apocalypse arrives as the major expansion for the original The Space Alien Game, adding even more chaos and strategy for those who love to dominate planets or rebel against invaders. The box introduces two new alien races – including the feared Martian Confederation known from Invasion from Outer Space – and a set of human allies that bolster Earth's resistance. The centerpiece is the "Coastal Resistance" deck, which adds warships, submarines and jet fighters, expanding coastal defense options. New cards for every base‑game deck accompany the fresh miniatures, allowing two extra players to join and raising the maximum player count to six. Core mechanics stay the same: action points for moving and attacking, dice rolls to resolve combat, area majority/influence control, and a modular board that can be reshuffled each session. The game remains cooperative but also permits invading factions to play against each other thanks to variable player powers. With a playtime of 30–90 minutes and a low complexity (weight 2.6/5), it’s perfect for players seeking a tense yet accessible sci‑fi horror experience with miniatures. If you already enjoy the base game or like alien‑invasion titles with plenty of action and tactical choices, Apocalypse is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.

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1–6 players
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2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST
5 OK
6 OK

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Publisher Flying Frog Productions
Designer Jason C. Hill

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many players can join?
From 1 to 6 players, thanks to extra components that allow two additional participants.
What is the typical play time?
Between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on player count and strategic depth.
Do I need to own the base game?
Yes, Apocalypse is an expansion and requires Conquest of Planet Earth: The Space Alien Game to provide the core decks and rules.
What new components are included?
New alien miniatures, the Coastal Resistance deck (warships, submarines, jet fighters), cards for all decks, and extra pieces for two more players.
Is the game still cooperative?
The expansion retains cooperative play against the alien threat, but also lets invading factions compete thanks to variable player powers.
Do I need a translation?
The expansion is largely in English and will need a near‑complete translation to Portuguese before playing.
How complex is the game?
With a weight of 2.6/5, it has a light learning curve, suitable for groups seeking a tense yet accessible sci‑fi experience.