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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Enjoyed Eleven and want more? This expansion brings international players with unique abilities and a new travel mechanic to boost your team!
Highlights
- New players with abilities
- Expands tactics and strategy
- Interesting travel mechanic
- More global diversity
Keep in mind
- Requires base game Eleven
- Increases complexity
- Focus on advanced players
About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to take your football club to the global stage with the 'International Players' expansion for Eleven! This new addition brings 45 new player cards, each representing a different country, and 5 tactic cards introducing iconic play styles like Spanish tiki-taka, German gegenpressing, or English kick and rush. Each international player comes with unique abilities that promise to spice up your matches, especially for those who have already mastered the base game and are looking for an extra challenge.
Beyond the global stars, the expansion introduces the 'Travel' mechanic. Now, you can travel between continents by spending distance markers to recruit the best international talent for your team. This addition adds an interesting strategic layer to your club management, forcing decisions about where to invest your resources to build the dream squad.
If you enjoy Eleven and want more depth, variety, and an international flavor, this expansion is a perfect fit. It expands the tactical and squad-building possibilities while maintaining the economic and management essence that makes the base game so good. It's your chance to bring the diversity of world football to your table and test your management skills on a global scale.
Beyond the global stars, the expansion introduces the 'Travel' mechanic. Now, you can travel between continents by spending distance markers to recruit the best international talent for your team. This addition adds an interesting strategic layer to your club management, forcing decisions about where to invest your resources to build the dream squad.
If you enjoy Eleven and want more depth, variety, and an international flavor, this expansion is a perfect fit. It expands the tactical and squad-building possibilities while maintaining the economic and management essence that makes the base game so good. It's your chance to bring the diversity of world football to your table and test your management skills on a global scale.
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Publisher
Portal Games, Broadway Toys LTD, IELLO, Maldito Games, Pendragon Game Studio, Summon Games
Designer
Thomas Jansen
Artist
Hanna Kuik, Mateusz Kopacz
Community
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1,512owners
36wishlist
11want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Does this expansion work on its own, or do I need the base game 'Eleven'?
You need the base game 'Eleven' to play with the 'International Players' expansion.
Who is this expansion for? New or experienced players?
It's ideal for those who already know and enjoy the base game 'Eleven' and are looking for more depth and variety, being particularly interesting for more experienced players.
How much playtime does this expansion add?
The expansion adds new players and mechanics that might slightly extend the playtime, depending on your familiarity with the new cards and strategies, but it generally stays within the 60-120 minute range.
Is the 'Travel' mechanic very complicated?
The 'Travel' mechanic adds an interesting strategic layer by introducing the need to manage distance markers to recruit international players. It's not overly complex but requires planning.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the same player count as the base game, which is for 1 to 4 players.
What types of international players are represented?
The expansion brings 45 player cards from 45 different countries, plus 5 tactic cards representing specific play styles from various nationalities.