Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you love Hanabi and want an extra challenge that will test your team to the limit, this expansion is a blast!
Highlights
- More cooperative challenge
- Increases max score
- New rules and variants
- Communication under pressure
Keep in mind
- Requires base Hanabi game
- Increases difficulty
- For experienced players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for an explosion of colors and challenges with Hanabi: Avalanche of Colors! This mini-expansion for the acclaimed Hanabi adds an extra layer of excitement and difficulty to the already complex cooperative fireworks game. If you enjoy the idea of putting on pyrotechnic shows with your friends but find the base game a bit too 'easy,' this expansion is for you.
The main highlight here is the 5 new multicolored fireworks cards, which promise to make assembling the color sequences a true test of your memory and communication. The new "Avalanche of Colors" rule raises the bar, requiring more coordination and planning from the group to achieve maximum points. And for the more daring, the "Choreography Timed" variant adds a time pressure element, where every decision counts and communication needs to be even sharper. The reward? The possibility of reaching an impressive 30 points, a feat worthy of the best fireworks artists.
Remember, in Hanabi, the magic happens because each player holds their cards facing the others, seeing everyone's hand but their own. Communication is key, but the rules are restrictive. This expansion doesn't change the game's essence but deepens the experience, forcing players to be even more strategic and attentive. It's perfect for those who have already mastered the original Hanabi and are looking for a new cooperative challenge that will test the team's synergy to the limit. Prepare for an intense and rewarding experience, where every successfully launched firework is a shared victory!
The main highlight here is the 5 new multicolored fireworks cards, which promise to make assembling the color sequences a true test of your memory and communication. The new "Avalanche of Colors" rule raises the bar, requiring more coordination and planning from the group to achieve maximum points. And for the more daring, the "Choreography Timed" variant adds a time pressure element, where every decision counts and communication needs to be even sharper. The reward? The possibility of reaching an impressive 30 points, a feat worthy of the best fireworks artists.
Remember, in Hanabi, the magic happens because each player holds their cards facing the others, seeing everyone's hand but their own. Communication is key, but the rules are restrictive. This expansion doesn't change the game's essence but deepens the experience, forcing players to be even more strategic and attentive. It's perfect for those who have already mastered the original Hanabi and are looking for a new cooperative challenge that will test the team's synergy to the limit. Prepare for an intense and rewarding experience, where every successfully launched firework is a shared victory!
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Best player count
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2
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3
BEST
4
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5
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Cocktail Games
Designer
Antoine Bauza
Artist
Albertine Ralenti
Community
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299owners
62wishlist
21want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base Hanabi game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! "Avalanche of Cores" is a mini-expansion and relies entirely on the base Hanabi game to function.
Does this expansion make the game harder?
Definitely! The new cards and rules are designed to increase the challenge and test the team's communication and memory.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game with the expansion take?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, around 25 minutes, but the decisions might feel more tense!
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It's perfect for players who are already comfortable with Hanabi's rules and are looking for a new level of difficulty and cooperative strategy.
What are the main new features?
The expansion introduces 5 new multicolored fireworks cards, the "Avalanche of Colors" rule, and the "Choreography Timed" variant, allowing for scores up to 30 points.