Innovation Deluxe

Asmadi Games · Board game · 2017
7.0 Ludopedia 8.3 BGG 2–4 · best 2 45–60 min Weight 3.1/5
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If you love building card‑based civilizations and crafting combos, Innovation: Deluxe gives you that with stunning art.

Highlights
  • Deep, creative combos
  • Refreshed artwork and premium components
  • Fluid, strategic gameplay
Keep in mind
  • Moderate learning curve
  • Requires full translation
  • Interaction can be aggressive
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What you do in a play session

Innovation: Deluxe bundles the third edition of Innovation with its four expansions – Echoes of the Past, Figures in the Sand, Cities of Destiny, and Artifacts of History – all presented in refreshed artwork and premium components. Players guide a civilization through ages, not with armies or maps, but via ideas and inventions represented by 105 unique cards. Each card delivers a special effect: some let you draw higher‑age cards, others score victory points, and a few force opponents to surrender their innovations. The core mechanics blend hand management, layering, melding and splaying, plus occasional take‑that actions that spice up player interaction. Turn phases can shift order, demanding flexible planning each game. Suitable for 2‑4 players, a 45‑60 minute playtime and a moderate weight (3.1/5) make it accessible yet strategically deep. The Deluxe edition consolidates everything into one box, eliminating the need to hunt down separate expansions. If you enjoy tableau building, combo planning, and clever competition, Innovation: Deluxe delivers a rich, replayable experience with plenty of room for creativity and friendly rivalry.

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Rules manual — Innovation Deluxe Portuguese · PDF
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2–4 players
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Innovation Mechanism: Tableau Building
Publisher Asmadi Games
Designer Carl Chudyk
Artist Alanna Cervenak, Cara Judd

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
How long does a game take?
Typically 45–60 minutes, depending on player experience.
What is the complexity level?
Weight 3.1/5 – moderate strategy, easy to learn, with deep combo potential.
What’s included in the box?
Innovation 3rd edition base, all four expansions, 105 cards, reference board, point markers, and full rules.
Do I need prior knowledge of Innovation?
Playing the base first helps, but the Deluxe rules contain a tutorial for newcomers.
Is there a Portuguese translation?
Yes, the Deluxe edition provides a complete Portuguese translation, though some technical terms remain in English.

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