Planet Unknown: New Planets and Corporations

Adam's Apple Games, LLC, Fox in the Box, Portal Games · Board game · 2024
1–6 · best 3, 4 Solo 70 min Weight 2.3/5
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8.1 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

The perfect upgrade for players looking to expand their-space-exploration without breaking the core loop.

Highlights
  • More planetary variety
  • Fresh corporate strategies
  • Kickstarter content unlocked
  • Seamless integration
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Not a standalone game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever felt like you wanted to explore just a little bit more of the Planet Unknown universe? Well, this expansion is exactly what you need! If you've already mastered the core mechanics of resource management and tile placement, this-expansion is designed to spice things up. The big news here is that it brings the content that was previously locked behind the Kickstarter Deluxe Edition straight to your tabletop. We're talking about brand-new planets and new corporations that were once hard to get, now available to everyone.

In terms of gameplay, this expansion adds a fresh layer of variety that helps keep the experience feeling new even after dozens of sessions. The new planets offer different flavors of exploration, while the new corporations introduce unique-as-hell-abilities that can completely shift your strategic approach. It's not about changing how the game works, but rather about expanding the possibilities of what you can do within its rules.

Just a quick heads-up: don't try to play this solo! This is an expansion, not a standalone game. You absolutely need the Planet Unknown base game to enjoy these new-found wonders. If you've been looking for a way to breathe new life into your space exploration-themed game nights or if you simply want to see what those exclusive Kickstarter components look even like in action, this is a must-have. It's the perfect way to keep the discovery feeling fresh and the competition even tighter among your fellow space explorers!

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1–6 players
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2 BEST
3 BEST
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5 BEST
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Publisher Adam's Apple Games, LLC, Fox in the Box, Portal Games, Strohmann Games
Designer Adam Rehberg, Ryan Lambert
Artist Yoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Can I play this without the base game?
No, you definitely need the Planet Unknown base game to use this expansion.
What is the main-content of this expansion?
It adds new-planets and new-corporations that were previously Kickstarter exclusives.
Does it increase the game's complexity significantly?
It adds more variety and-new-options, but the core-mechanics remain the same.
How many players can play with this-expansion?
It supports the same player count as the base game, from 1 to 6 players.
Will it change the playtime?
Not much; it stays within the original 60-90 minute range.