Distilled: Africa & Middle East Expansion

Paverson Games, Boardgame Mall, Choo Choo Games · Board game · 2023
8.4 Ludopedia 8.1 BGG 1–5 · best 2, 3 Solo 30–120 min Weight 2.8/5
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Perfect for those looking to spice up Distilled's strategy with new flavors and cultural challenges.

Highlights
  • Fresh ingredient combos
  • Rich and immersive theme
  • High component variety
  • Great for solo play
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Moderate language dependency
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If you're already a fan of Distilled and feel your distillery needs a more exotic touch, grab a glass! The 'Africa & Middle East' expansion arrives to expand the sensory horizons of the game, taking you on a gastronomic and commercial journey through vibrant regions like Tunisia, Ghana, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates. This isn't just 'more of the same'; we're talking about a deep cultural immersion that shifts the rhythm of your production.

What changes in practice? Well, you'll discover powerful new ingredients and exclusive recipes that weren't in the base game. Imagine distilling and selling iconic spirits like Akpeteshie or Boukha, utilizing brand-new distillery upgrades to optimize your business. The expansion brings a massive variety of components, including new distiller identities, upgrade cards, premium market items, and even new goals for solo play.

The game maintains that strategic vibe of resource management and market play, but with a fresh spice. You'll have to balance the hunt for rare ingredients with the need to win flavor awards and conquer the local market. It's the perfect choice for those looking to boost the longevity of the base game by adding strategic variety and a rich theme that avoids the usual tropes. If you enjoy optimizing processes and collecting winning combinations, this expansion belongs at the top of your table. Just a heads-up: clear some space and sharpen your wits, because the new combo possibilities might make the game even more dynamic and challenging!

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Rules manual — Distilled: Africa & Middle East Expansion English · PDF
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Publisher Paverson Games, Boardgame Mall, Choo Choo Games, Galápagos Jogos, Geekach LLC, Giant Roc, Liberation Game Design, Lucrum Games, Matagot
Designer Dave Beck
Artist Erik Evensen

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I play this expansion solo?
Absolutely! It includes specific goal cards for solo play, making the experience even more robust.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and is entirely dependent on the mechanics and components of the original Distilled game.
Does the game become much harder?
It adds more layers of complexity and new strategic options, which might increase the challenge while maintaining the base game's balance.
What is the average playtime with the expansion?
Time may vary depending on the complexity of the new recipes, but it typically ranges between 30 and 120 minutes.
Is language an issue?
There is a moderate language dependency due to ingredient and recipe cards, so having a translation handy is a good idea.