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Life of the Amazonia: Mini-Expansion

Bad Comet, DSV Games, Hobby World · Board game · 2023
1–4 · best 2 Solo 60–150 min Weight 3.0/5
9.7 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
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9.7 rating Ludopedia
8.3 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

Enjoyed "Life of the Amazonia" and want more critters and a family-friendly touch? This mini-expansion is for you! It adds more variety with new animals and lighter rules.

Highlights
  • New animals and components
  • More accessible rules
  • Increases replayability
  • Expands the universe
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Small addition
  • Family focus
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you've already been captivated by the wonders of the Amazon in the base game and found yourself wanting more, the "Life of the Amazonia" mini-expansion is your call! Originally a treat for Kickstarter backers, this addition now arrives to supercharge your games. Get ready to meet 8 new animals, each with its own card and an adorable wooden meeple – yes, including those spine-chilling piranhas! This expansion brings the E and F card sets, featuring rules designed to be more accessible, perfect for introducing family to the game's universe or for those who enjoy a more relaxed play session. The deck/bag/pool building mechanic remains the heart of the experience, but now with new critters to collect and new ways to score with end-game bonuses. Tile placement on the hexagonal board presents fresh challenges, and the variable setup ensures each game is a new jungle adventure. It's the extra dose of life and strategy that fans of "Life of the Amazonia" needed to delve even deeper into this fascinating ecosystem.

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1 items
Life of the Amazonia

Best player count

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1–4 players
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3 REC
4 REC

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Game details

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Mechanics

Deck, Bag, and Pool Building End Game Bonuses Hexagon Grid Set Collection Solo / Solitaire Game Tile Placement Variable Set-up

Categories

Animals Expansion for Base-game Puzzle
Publisher Bad Comet, DSV Games, Hobby World, Rexhry, Strohmann Games
Designer Jamie Bloom
Artist Sophia Kang

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game "Life of the Amazonia" to play with this expansion?
Absolutely! This is a mini-expansion, so it adds content to the main game and doesn't work on its own.
What are the main new features this expansion brings?
It adds 8 new animals with cards and wooden meeples, plus the E and F sets of animal cards, which have slightly simpler rules.
Does this expansion make the game harder?
Actually, it introduces easier rules for the new animals, making it great for introducing new players or playing with family. The overall complexity of the base game remains.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 4 players.
Does the expansion add significant playtime?
As a mini-expansion focused on adding variety and simpler cards, the playtime shouldn't increase significantly, staying within the 60-150 minute range.
Is it worth it for someone who already owns the base game and wants more content?
If you really enjoy the base game and want more animal variety and a lighter touch in some parts, yes! It's a good way to spice up your games without overcomplicating things.
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