Gold West: Bandits Promo

Tasty Minstrel Games · Board game · 2015
2–4 · best 3 45–60 min Weight 2.3/5
7.9 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

If you already enjoy Gold West and want to spice up your games, this promo with two new tiles is a great addition! It adds strategic layers without overcomplicating the gameplay.

Highlights
  • New scoring opportunities
  • Adds more interaction
  • Easy to integrate
  • Increases replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Few components
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey folks! If you're already into the economic Wild West of Gold West, get ready to add an extra thrill with the "Bandits" promo! This little gem introduces two new "boomtown" tiles that will shake up your strategy and offer new ways to score points in unexpected ways. The first is the "Insurance Office," which rewards you with an extra point for every building (whether a camp or a settlement) located next to a hex that has been "looted." Think carefully about where you build, because each looting action can turn into gold for you!

The second tile, the "Hoosegow" (or "Cadeia" in Portuguese), grants you a point for every building, regardless of color, situated within the "wanted" area. This adds a layer of territorial competition and planning, as you'll want to dominate these specific areas to maximize your gains. This expansion is perfect for those looking to add a bit more interaction and new scoring avenues to the base game without overcomplicating the rules. With it, every game of Gold West gains an extra spice of strategy and twists, keeping the experience dynamic and engaging. It's one of those additions that makes you rethink your decisions, seeking to optimize every move to secure victory in the Wild West!

Best player count

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2–4 players
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4 REC

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Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena
Publisher Tasty Minstrel Games
Designer J. Alex Kevern, Seth Jaffee
Artist Adam P. McIver

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Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
Does this expansion work on its own or do you need the base game Gold West?
This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game Gold West to play with these new tiles.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 2 to 4 players.
Does it significantly increase the game's complexity?
No, the expansion adds only two tiles and their specific rules, keeping the overall game complexity quite accessible. It's a great way to add variety without overwhelming new players.
What is the estimated playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on players' familiarity with the new mechanics.
What exactly do the new tiles do?
One tile is the 'Insurance Office,' which awards points for buildings near looted hexes. The other is the 'Hoosegow,' which grants points for buildings in the 'wanted' area.
Is it worth it for those who already own the base game?
Absolutely! If you enjoy Gold West and are looking for new ways to score and interact, these tiles add a very welcome extra layer of strategy.