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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Loved Eclipse and want more ships and options? This pack is for you! It boosts your fleets with new miniatures and adds an extra strategic touch.
Highlights
- More miniatures and ships
- Cool extra player board
- New strategic options
- Expands the base game
Keep in mind
- Still is Eclipse
- Requires the base game
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About the game
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If you've ever felt adrift in space with your base Eclipse game, get ready! The 'Ship Pack One' expansion arrives to upgrade your alien fleets. This pack introduces six brand-new sets of ships and starbases for each of the main game's alien races. Imagine: now everyone can have exclusive ships without having to share or settle for leftovers. Additionally, there's an extra player board for the Terrans/Magellans, adding another strategic layer to your galaxy. And it doesn't stop there! Prepare for new technologies, space discoveries, and even a turn order variant that can shake things up. Oh, and if you enjoy seeing your empire shine with cool miniatures, this expansion adds over 100 plastic models. It's the kind of addition that gives you fresh motivation to explore the far reaches of the universe and dominate the galaxy, all while maintaining the artistic and production quality we've come to expect and love from Eclipse. It's an expansion that packs in a lot of components and content, ensuring each game feels fresh, whether you're exploring unknown sectors or engaging in fierce competition for control of the security council.
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Best player count
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2
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3
BEST
4
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5
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6
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Publisher
Lautapelit.fi, Asterion Press
Designer
Touko Tahkokallio
Artist
Jukka Rajaniemi, Ossi Hiekkala, Sampo Sikiö
Community
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4,710owners
342wishlist
79want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Eclipse game to play with this expansion?
Absolutely! 'Ship Pack One' is an expansion and relies entirely on the base Eclipse game to function.
How many players can use the new ships?
The expansion provides ships for all six races from the base game, so every player can have their own unique set.
Does this expansion add new playable races?
No, it focuses on providing more ship options and components for the existing races in the base game. There's an extra board for Terrans/Magellans, but no new complete races.
Does the game's playtime change much with this expansion?
There might be a slight variation depending on how players utilize the new options, but the base playtime of 120 minutes per game remains. The turn order variant could slightly speed up or complicate things.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly?
For those who already master the base Eclipse, the added complexity is manageable. The new mechanics and components add depth without making the game excessively complicated.
Is it worth buying just for the miniatures?
If you're a collector or really like the look of the ships, yes! But remember, the expansion also brings gameplay content that adds new strategies and replayability.