Gears of War: Mission Pack 1

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Epic Games · Board game · 2012
1–4 · best 2, 3, 4 Solo 60–180 min Weight 2.3/5
1.0 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
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7.8 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

Loved the Gears of War base game? This expansion brings two more tense and challenging missions, perfect for those craving more co-op action.

Highlights
  • Exciting new missions
  • Face General RAAM
  • More co-op challenge
  • Expands the base game
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • High language dependency
  • Yet another expansion
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you enjoyed the base game of Gears of War and are craving more action, the Mission Pack 1 is your go-to! This expansion introduces two new missions that put you back in the boots of the COG soldiers, facing even more sinister threats. Get ready for a hunt in enemy territory in "Search for the Stranded," where the goal is to rescue a survivor and secure valuable supplies. But don't think it'll be a walk in the park, okay? The Locust horde doesn't give any breaks!

And if you think you've seen the worst, think again! The second mission, "The Showdown," pits you head-to-head against the dreaded General RAAM and his most brutal henchmen, like the Berserker. It's the kind of challenge that demands perfect coordination and a solid plan to avoid becoming Locust barbecue. The expansion adds new enemies and situations that test your ability to manage resources and push your characters' powers to the limit. It's more Gears of War, more tension, and more cooperative fun for those who aren't afraid of a good firefight and rolling those crucial dice. Perfect for anyone looking to extend the base game experience and face even greater challenges.

Best player count

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1–4 players
1 REC
2 BEST
3 BEST
4 BEST

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Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Epic Games, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Brady Sadler, Corey Konieczka
Artist Adam Taubenheim, Christopher Hosch

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Mission Pack 1 is an expansion and requires the Gears of War: The Board Game base game to be played.
How many players can enjoy this expansion?
Just like the base game, the expansion is for 1 to 4 players in cooperative mode.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The missions are described as challenging, so expect a good level of difficulty, but the complexity of the rules themselves doesn't change drastically. It's more about the mission difficulty.
What's new in this expansion?
It adds two new missions, new enemies to face, and specific scenarios, including General RAAM.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the expansion has a high language dependency. The rules and components (cards, etc.) are mostly in English, and you'll need to understand them to play correctly.
Is this expansion for players who have already finished the base game?
Exactly! It's ideal for those who have played the base game extensively and are looking for new challenges and scenarios to extend the experience.