Furnace: Interbellum

Hobby World, Arcane Wonders, Board Game Rookie · Board game · 2022

8.5 Ludopedia 7.7 BGG 1–5 · best 3 Solo 30–60 min Weight 2.8/5

Buy · from US$ 19.99

8.5 rating Ludopedia

7.7 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 19.99

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already enjoy Furnace and want more of the same, but with an incredible visual style and more options, Interbellum is for you! This expansion adds an extra flavor with new elements that make the game even richer.

Highlights

Expands Furnace masterfully
Spectacular Art Deco visuals
More strategic options
5th player kit included

Keep in mind

Requires base game
High language dependency
Can increase complexity

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey folks! Ready to spice up your Furnace experience? This expansion, Interbellum, throws you right into the roaring 20s and 30s, that bustling period between the World Wars. Imagine Art Deco, Constructivism, and Bauhaus vibes in industrial buildings that are a feast for the eyes.

What's new? Oh, a whole bunch of cool stuff! New Company cards and Capitalists arrive, each with their own unique tricks and abilities for you to explore. There are also Manager tokens to supercharge your strategies, game-changing capital discs, and, get this, a complete kit for a fifth player to join the fray! And for those who enjoy a more intimate duel or a solo challenge, there are new Agents for 2-player games and solo mode.

Interbellum is designed for those who already know the base Furnace game. The recommendation is to add everything at once for the complete experience, but if you're just starting out or prefer to take it slow, you can introduce the elements gradually. The game continues with that auction and management feel we love, but with more options and complexity. Get ready to dive headfirst into this industrial universe with stunning visuals and mechanics that will keep you thinking!

Expansion for

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Furnace

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Rules manual

Official PDF file

Rules manual — Furnace: Interbellum English · PDF

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1–5 players

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Game details

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Publisher Hobby World, Arcane Wonders, Board Game Rookie, CMON Global Limited, JELLY JELLY GAMES, Kobold Spieleverlag, Maldito Games, Midnight Jungle

Designer Ivan Lashin

Artist Anastasia Kukarina, Egor Zharkov, Ilya Konovalov, Marta Ivanova, Oleg Yurkov, Sergey Dulin, Vadim Poluboyarov

Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base Furnace game to play with the Interbellum expansion?

Absolutely! Interbellum is an expansion, so you need to own the base Furnace game to use all the new components and rules.

How many players does the expansion support?

The Interbellum expansion adds components for a fifth player, so you can play with up to 5 people.

Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion?

It adds more options and depth, which can slightly increase complexity. However, if you're already familiar with the base game, adapting is smooth, and you can introduce the elements gradually if you prefer.

What is the average playtime with the expansion?

The base game's playtime is 30-60 minutes. With the expansion, it might vary slightly depending on players' familiarity with the new elements, but it generally stays within that range.

Are the art and theme of the expansion different from the base game?

Yes! Interbellum focuses on the interwar period (1920s and 30s) and features visuals inspired by Art Deco, Constructivism, and Bauhaus, with very beautiful industrial buildings.

Do I need to understand English to play?

Yes, the expansion has a considerable language dependency. It's recommended to have someone who understands English or use translation aids to fully enjoy the game.