Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Loved Flash Point and want more challenge? This expansion brings 'puzzle-like' scenarios to test your firefighter tactics!
Highlights
- Challenging, scripted scenarios
- Great for testing tactics
- Friendly competition with scoring
- Expands the base experience
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Focus on specific scenarios
- Promotional, may be hard to find
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hey everyone! If you're already a fan of *Flash Point: Fire Rescue* and looking for an extra challenge, the *Fire Academy Challenge* is for you! This expansion, which started as a promotional treat for Kickstarter backers and a contest, presents a series of scripted scenarios that are true puzzles. The mission remains the same: save as many people as possible (at least seven victims) before the fire gets out of control or the structure collapses. Each challenge is a new test by fire, testing your tactics and teamwork.
The cool part is that you can track your progress and even compare your scores with other teams, turning the game into a friendly competition. It's a great addition for those who enjoy testing strategies in specific scenarios and want more excitement in their firefighting adventures. Get your extinguishers and score sheets ready, because the academy is calling and the danger is real! This expansion adds a layer of planned challenges that require careful planning and precise execution, elevating the cooperative experience to a new level. It's the kind of content that makes you want to beat your own record and prove your team is the best on the front lines.
The cool part is that you can track your progress and even compare your scores with other teams, turning the game into a friendly competition. It's a great addition for those who enjoy testing strategies in specific scenarios and want more excitement in their firefighting adventures. Get your extinguishers and score sheets ready, because the academy is calling and the danger is real! This expansion adds a layer of planned challenges that require careful planning and precise execution, elevating the cooperative experience to a new level. It's the kind of content that makes you want to beat your own record and prove your team is the best on the front lines.
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Publisher
(Web published)
Designer
Kevin Lanzing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game *Flash Point: Fire Rescue* to play?
Absolutely! The *Fire Academy Challenge* is an expansion, so you need the base game to use these new scenarios.
How many players can participate?
Just like the base game, this expansion is for 2 to 6 players, perfect for playing in a group and testing coordination.
What's the average playtime?
The time varies a lot depending on the chosen scenario and the players' skill, but each challenge is usually quicker than a normal base game session, focusing on solving the 'puzzle'.
Is it much harder than the base game?
The scenarios are designed to be more challenging and specific, like puzzles. They require sharper tactical planning and can be harder in some aspects, but also more rewarding when solved.
What are these 'scripted puzzles'?
They are pre-defined missions with specific objectives and conditions, testing your ability to apply the game's rules and tactics efficiently to overcome a particular challenge. Think of them as skill tests.
Where can I get this expansion?
Originally, it was a promotional item for Kickstarter backers. It might be a bit hard to find nowadays, but it's worth checking board game forums or communities.