# Nanga Parbat: Hidden Objectives

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 20-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Steve Finn
- **Publishers**: Dr. Finn's Games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration
- **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you enjoy abstract strategy games and want an extra challenge, this expansion will get you excited.Fun secret objectivesFast and engaging gameplayEnhances two‑player dynamicsRequires the base gameDoes not add much complexityHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Nanga Parbat: Hidden Objectives is the expansion that gives a boost to the classic abstract strategy and exploration game Nanga Parbat. The concept is straightforward: a pack of seven secret objective cards that each player can try to complete while still navigating the peaks and valleys of the board. When the game ends, whoever has finished the most of these objectives earns bonus points, and those points can be decisive in quick 20‑30 minute matches. The Area Movement mechanic remains unchanged: each player moves their team of mountaineers along limited trails, avoiding obstacles and choosing routes that optimize resource collection. Set Collection comes into play when you gather the same equipment pieces, such as ropes or lanterns, which grant advantages for movement or for achieving objectives. The artwork is minimalistic, with a board resembling a mountain map and pieces that look like little mountaineers. The expansion does not alter the core rules, but it adds an extra layer of strategy: you must decide whether to focus on completing a secret objective or to block your opponent. If you enjoy strategy games that require planning and a touch of luck, this expansion will add a nice twist to your mountain game. Additionally, the components are solid, and the card pack has a clean design with illustrations that evoke a mountain atlas. In short, Nanga Parbat: Hidden Objectives is the perfect way to breathe new life into your favorite mountain game without changing its dub essence.

## FAQ
### How many players is this game intended for?
Nanga Parbat: Hidden Objectives is designed exclusively for two players.

### What is the typical game duration?
A full game usually lasts between 20 and 30 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
The expansion keeps a low to medium complexity, ideal for quick strategic play.

### What components are included with the expansion?
A set of 7 secret objective cards, plus the components already present in the base game.

### Do I need the base game to play the expansion?
Yes, the expansion only works with the base game Nanga Parbat.

### How does the area movement mechanic work?
Players move their mountaineer teams along limited trails on the board, choosing routes that optimize resource collection and objective completion.