# Quartermaster General: Alternate Histories ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2016 - **BGG Rating**: 7.8 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-6 - **Duration**: 60-120 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Ian Brody - **Artists**: Nicholas Avallone - **Publishers**: Griggling Games - **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Wargame, World War II - **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Hand Management, Team-Based Game ## Verdict Looking to add some extra spice to your tabletop wars with a touch of alternate history? This game is for you!Expands base game with new nationsOver 100 new cardsIncreases replayabilitySharp team strategyRequires base gameExtensive translation neededComplexity increases slightlyFOR GENRE FANS ## Description If you're into the strategic vibe of World War II but looking to shake up the script, Quartermaster General: Alternate Histories is your go-to! This expansion supercharges the base game by adding France and China as new Allied powers, each with their own unique pieces and cards. It introduces over a hundred new and updated cards that bring an insane variety of plays and twists, ensuring no two games are ever the same. The gameplay system remains focused on card-driven battles and hand management, where every decision counts, and the area majority struggle keeps the tension high. It's a team-based game, so get ready to align strategies with your partners and outwit your opponents. The complexity increases slightly, but the reward is a richer game with more tactical options. If you already enjoy Quartermaster General, this expansion is a must-have to broaden your battles and explore alternate historical scenarios. Get ready to command your troops and change the course of history! ## FAQ ### Do I need the base Quartermaster General game to play? Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need the base game to use the new cards and factions. ### How many new factions does this expansion add? It adds two new Allied powers: France and China, each with their own pieces and cards for the battlefield. ### Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion? The complexity increases slightly due to the new options and cards, but the core mechanics remain the same. It's a welcome addition for those who already master the base game. ### Is the game entirely in English, or are there Portuguese components? The base game and this expansion come in English. The cards have a lot of text, so a full translation is essential for comfortable play. ### How many people can play with this expansion? The expansion maintains the base game's player count, which is 2 to 6 players, focusing on the team-based experience. ### Is it worth it for those who enjoy wargames with a twist of alternate history? If you enjoy World War II and like imagining 'what ifs?', this expansion offers a very interesting alternate history scenario and more tactical options for the game. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.74 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3438330&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/18550/quartermaster-general-alternate-histories?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com