Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you're already a fan of Cosmic Encounter and crave more alien madness, this expansion is a must-have! More races, more chaos, and the chance to play with more friends.
Highlights
- More crazy alien races
- Expands to 6 players
- Dynamic new hazard cards
- Stylish black components
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- High language dependency
- More unpredictable chaos
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About the game
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Get ready for more galactic chaos with Cosmic Encounter: Cosmic Conflict! This expansion throws 20 new alien races into the mix, each with their own bizarre quirks and abilities. Imagine dealing with the unsettling kindness of the Empath, the hilarious confusion of the Lunatic, or the audacity of the Claw stealing your planets! But that's not all: Cosmic Conflict expands the Cosmic Encounter universe to accommodate an additional player, and it even brings brand-new black components to give that special touch. Want more excitement? Cosmic Quakes enter the scene to shake things up, ensuring no one feels entirely safe with the hand they hold. And to top it all off (with danger!), the expansion introduces the Hazard Deck. These unexpected events, whether temporary or permanent, can completely change the course of the game, like the Energy Fields card that forces you to show your newly drawn cards to everyone. For the truly daring, the optional "Extremely Hazardous Variant" adds a new hazard every turn! It's more madness, more negotiation, and more unpredictable fun for those who already love the chaos of Cosmic Encounter. Just remember, like most expansions, you'll need the base game to embark on this cosmic journey, and the extensive text might require a translation for full enjoyment.
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World
Designer
Kevin Wilson
Artist
Andrew Navaro, Dallas Mehlhoff, Felicia Cano, Ryan Barger
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Cosmic Encounter game to play with Cosmic Conflict?
Absolutely! Cosmic Conflict is an expansion, so you need to own the base Cosmic Encounter game to use the new races and mechanics.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion allows you to play with up to 6 players, adding one more person to the table compared to the standard base game.
Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion?
The complexity increases slightly, especially with the new races and the hazard deck. However, if you're already familiar with Cosmic Encounter, adapting is quite smooth and adds more fun than complication.
What are the 'Cosmic Hazards' (Hazard Deck)?
These are cards that introduce unexpected events that can change the game, either temporarily or permanently. They bring an extra element of surprise and challenge to the matches.
Is the text in Portuguese very important for this expansion?
Yes, the expansion contains a lot of text on the race cards and hazards, so having a Portuguese version or someone who can translate is essential to fully enjoy all the nuances and rules.
Does this expansion significantly change the base game experience?
It intensifies the base game experience! With more races, the possibility of an additional player, and random hazards, the chaos and unpredictability of Cosmic Encounter become even greater and more fun.