# Nucleum: Gibraltar

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: 8.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: 4.60 / 5
- **Designers**: Dávid Turczi
- **Artists**: Andreas Resch, Piotr Orleański, Piotr Sokołowski, Zbigniew Umgelter
- **Publishers**: Board&Dice, Board Bound, Giant Roc, Maldito Games, MTS Games, Rebel Sp. z o.o.
- **Categories**: Economic, Expansion for Base-game, Industry / Manufacturing, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Action Retrieval, Contracts, End Game Bonuses, Hand Management, Income, Market, Network and Route Building, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you already enjoy Nucleum's strategic and economic vibe, this expansion is a must-have! It brilliantly expands the map and possibilities.Creatively expands the mapNew technologies and contractsDeepens economic strategyGreat for plannersRequires the base gameComplexity increases significantlySteeper learning curveHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare to dive into an energy revolution that goes beyond our planet! In Nucleum: Gibraltar, you're not just playing; you're shaping the future of nuclear energy. This expansion takes us to an unprecedented setting, where the United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, and Morocco join forces on an audacious project: the first nuclear-powered submarine. And guess where the headquarters for this endeavor is located? Gibraltar, of course! You'll be a visionary entrepreneur, ready to seize this historic opportunity. Your mission? Generate the nuclear energy needed for the submarine, of course, but also innovate in Morocco and the Iberian Peninsula with never-before-seen constructions. The expansion brings new Urban Buildings, Contracts, and Technologies to spice up the game. Keep an eye on the Military Contracts: fulfilling them in Gibraltar grants you access to exclusive military technologies, in addition to the eight standard technologies. It's a race against time and other players to meet military demands, drive industrial progress, and perhaps etch your name into history. With mechanics like action retrieval, hand management, and route building, the expansion promises intense strategic challenges. If you enjoy complex games with strong themes and plenty of decision-making, Nucleum: Gibraltar is your next addiction.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Nucleum to play this expansion?
Absolutely! Nucleum: Gibraltar is an expansion and requires the main board and components from the base game to be played.

### How long does a game with this expansion take?
The expansion tends to extend the game time a bit. Expect around 90 to 120 minutes, depending on player experience and the number of participants.

### Is it much harder than the base game?
Yes, the complexity increases. The introduction of new areas, technologies, and contracts requires more elaborate planning and a slightly steeper learning curve.

### How many players can participate?
The expansion maintains the flexibility of the base game, allowing for games with 1 to 4 players.

### Is the expansion's theme very different from the base game?
The theme fits perfectly, expanding Nucleum's universe into a geopolitical and technological context focused on nuclear energy and industrial development in a specific region.

### Is it worth it for solo players?
Yes! The expansion includes mechanics and challenges that enrich the solo experience, maintaining the game's characteristic strategic level.

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