# Earth: Disasters Module

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5
- **Duration**: —
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Maxime Tardif
- **Publishers**: Inside Up Games, Lavka Games, Yellowstar Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game

## Verdict
The Disasters module is the perfect choice for those looking to inject interaction and tension into Earth. It transforms static planning into a constant exercise in adaptation, forcing players to deal with unexpected climate events. It is an expansion that refreshes the experience without complicating the rules, keeping the essence of the original game intact.Adds much-needed direct interactionHighly compatible with expansionsIncreases game dynamismEasy to integrate into playMay frustrate peaceful playersIncreases analysis paralysis timeFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you already enjoy building your ecosystem in Earth, you know the game is a delight for engine building, but you might have felt it lacked a bit of direct interaction. The Disasters module arrives precisely to shake up the table and pull everyone out of their comfort zone. Comprising 24 unique cards, this pack introduces a strategic layer where you can trigger climate or geological events to disrupt your rivals' plans. The brilliance of the mechanic lies in its versatility: the effect of the disaster changes depending on the target, forcing you to read the table and choose the surgical moment to play your card. It is not just about causing chaos, but about forcing your opponents to rethink their growth strategies in real-time. Compatibility is seamless, working perfectly with the base game as well as the Abundance and Animal Kingdom expansions, ensuring your game won't just sit on the shelf. If you enjoy dynamic games where planning must be flexible enough to deal with the unexpected, this module is the spice you were missing. Get ready to see your opponents sweat when you drop a disaster card at the perfect moment, turning a seemingly winning play into a real challenge of adaptation. It is the extra dose of tension needed to make your Earth sessions even more memorable and competitive.

## FAQ
### Do I need the Abundance expansion to use Disasters?
No, the module is compatible with the base game and other expansions, but you can use it with just the base game if you prefer.

### Does this module change the game time significantly?
It adds a bit more time due to the analysis required to respond to disasters, but it does not drastically change the total duration.

### Can disasters be used on any player?
Yes, the module allows you to target opponents, and the effect of the card varies depending on who is targeted.

### Is it recommended for Earth beginners?
We recommend playing a few base game sessions before adding the module to fully grasp the engine-building mechanics.

### How many cards are in the box?
The module contains 24 unique disaster cards.