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Our Verdict
The ultimate upgrade for those seeking more strategy and chaos in Navoria!
Highlights
- Amazing asymmetric powers
- Highly addictive solo campaign
- Great objective variability
- Supports up to 5 players
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Slightly steeper learning curve
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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If you're already a fan of Explorers of Navoria, get ready: the Forgotten Lands are here to shake up your board in the best way possible! This expansion isn't just a collection of extra bits; it fundamentally shifts how you explore and score points. The big game-changer is asymmetry: players now wield unique powers and starting equipment that completely redefine their strategy from the very first turn. Forget those predictable end-of-track bonuses; they've been replaced by variable scoring objectives, meaning you'll need to stay sharp and adapt to what the game demands at any given moment.
With a new scoring objective appearing every round, you'll face a constant dilemma: do you chase the immediate profit, or do you play the long game to hit those massive future objectives? The expansion also introduces a brand-new worker placement location and a fresh deck of cards to keep the gameplay feeling novel. For the solo enthusiasts out there, the news is even better: a robust solo campaign has been added, featuring three difficulty levels and variable side missions that ensure no two solo runs feel the same. Plus, if your gaming group is growing, you're in luck—this content officially brings the player count up to five. It's the ultimate upgrade for anyone seeking more depth, more tactical tension, and much higher replayability.
With a new scoring objective appearing every round, you'll face a constant dilemma: do you chase the immediate profit, or do you play the long game to hit those massive future objectives? The expansion also introduces a brand-new worker placement location and a fresh deck of cards to keep the gameplay feeling novel. For the solo enthusiasts out there, the news is even better: a robust solo campaign has been added, featuring three difficulty levels and variable side missions that ensure no two solo runs feel the same. Plus, if your gaming group is growing, you're in luck—this content officially brings the player count up to five. It's the ultimate upgrade for anyone seeking more depth, more tactical tension, and much higher replayability.
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Dranda Games, GaGa Games, Galakta, HIT Games, Maldito Games, MS Edizioni, Qiling Board Games, Strohmann Games, Sylex, TLAMA games
Designer
Meng Chunlin
Artist
Meng Chunlin
Can I play with only this expansion?
No, you absolutely need the Explorers of Navoria base game to play.
Does the game get much harder?
Complexity increases slightly due to asymmetric powers and new objectives, but the solo campaign allows you to adjust the difficulty.
How many players can play now?
With this expansion, you can accommodate up to 5 players at the table.
Is the solo campaign good?
Yes! It's a major highlight, featuring variable missions and three different difficulty levels.
How long does a game last?
Typically between 40 to 80 minutes, depending on strategy and player count.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game is language-independent, though text-based components may require attention if you aren't fluent in the original language.