Furnace: Interbellum
Hobby World, Arcane Wonders, Board Game Rookie · Board game · 2022
1–5 · best 3
Solo
30–60 min
Weight 2.8/5
8.5
rating
Ludopedia
7.7
rating
BGG
8.5
rating
Ludopedia
7.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
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
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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!
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!
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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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4,156owners
440wishlist
104want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
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.
