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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Fan of Eclipse? This expansion brings more of what you love, with new factions and mechanics that make the game even more epic!
Highlights
- Intriguing new factions
- Innovative, thematic mechanics
- High modular replayability
- Expands the base experience
Keep in mind
- Increases overall complexity
- Requires base game
- Can extend playtime
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Galactic peace in Eclipse has been shaken! After quelling the Ancient Uprising, the universe is once again rocked by new and powerful factions. Brace yourselves for the arrival of the Unity, with their nanomachines capable of manipulating matter and energy, and the Shaper ships, which warp the very fabric of spacetime. Oh, and don't forget the Octantis, who have made an evolutionary leap worthy of science fiction. Eclipse: Shadow of the Rift injects electrifying new mechanics into the already acclaimed base game. Imagine dealing with Time Distortion, Evolution, and Anomalies that defy the laws of physics! The expansion brings two new player boards, featuring three brand-new alien species full of surprises. And the best part: the modular design allows you to choose which new elements you want to include in your games. Want to try everything at once, or prefer to add just a little extra spice? The expansion doesn't depend on 'Rise of the Ancients' but is fully compatible if you already own that other gem. Prepare your civilization to face the shadows emerging from the rifts of spacetime, because survival has never been so challenging!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Lautapelit.fi
Designer
Touko Tahkokallio
Artist
Jukka Rajaniemi, Ossi Hiekkala, Sampo Sikiö
Community
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3,312owners
393wishlist
85want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Eclipse game to play with Shadow of the Rift?
Yes, absolutely! Shadow of the Rift is an expansion and adds content to the base Eclipse game.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 2 to 6 players.
Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion?
It adds new layers of complexity with the new mechanics and factions, but the modular design allows you to introduce the new elements gradually, controlling the increase in complexity.
How much extra playtime does this expansion add?
It depends on which modules you choose to use and your familiarity with the new rules. It can add 30 to 60 minutes, or even more, depending on the group.
Is this expansion compatible with 'Rise of the Ancients'?
Yes! Shadow of the Rift does not require 'Rise of the Ancients' but is fully compatible with it, allowing you to combine both expansions.
What are the main new features Shadow of the Rift brings?
The expansion introduces new playable factions, mechanics like Time Distortion and Evolution, as well as new technologies and discoveries.
Is there any language dependency to play?
No, the expansion has no language dependency for gameplay, as important information is on the components and boards.