Race! Formula 90: Expansion #3

Gotha Games · Board game · 2023
1–6 · best 1, 3, 4 Solo 90–180 min Weight 4.0/5
90.0 rating Ludopedia
8.7 rating BGG
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90.0 rating Ludopedia
8.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already love Race! Formula 90 and want more tracks and challenges, this expansion is a feast! Magny-Cours and Suzuka bring novelties that will keep you glued to your seat.

Highlights
  • Iconic new tracks
  • Enhances solo mode
  • Quality illustrated components
  • More strategy and fun
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Complexity increases
  • Language dependent
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Engine revving, racing fans! The third expansion for Race! Formula 90 has arrived to spice up the tracks even more. If you enjoy the adrenaline of Formula 1 races and the strategic complexity of the base game, this expansion is for you. It brings two iconic tracks, Magny-Cours and Suzuka, on a brand-new double-sided game board, each with its unique characteristics that will test your piloting skills. There are 62 super detailed and illustrated track cards to bring these circuits to life. And for those who enjoy a solo challenge, the expansion enhances the mode with Automa opponents, offering increasing difficulty levels and unique robotic skills that keep the excitement and competition fierce. Additionally, you'll receive 52 new car cards, all with exquisite illustrations reminiscent of the golden eras of formula racing. This expansion not only adds new and exciting content but also deepens the base game experience, introducing new tactical and strategic decisions. It's a chance to master new layouts, face unprecedented challenges, and feel the thrill of every turn and overtake as if you were there. If you're already a fan of Race! Formula 90, this expansion is an essential addition to keep the game fresh and challenging for many races to come. Get ready to accelerate towards victory!

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1–6 players
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2 REC
3 BEST
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5 REC
6 REC

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Country: France Country: Japan
Publisher Gotha Games
Designer Alessandro Lala, Giuseppe Rossini
Artist Giorgio De Michele

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Does this expansion require the Race! Formula 90 base game to play?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the Race! Formula 90 base game to use the new tracks and cards.
What are the main new features in this expansion?
The main novelty is the two new tracks: Magny-Cours and Suzuka, on a double-sided board. Additionally, it brings improvements to the solo mode with Automa opponents and new car cards.
Does the game become much more complicated with this expansion?
The complexity increases slightly, as the new tracks have unique characteristics and the solo mode becomes more challenging. But if you already master the base game, the adaptation is quite smooth.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the same player count as the base game, which is 1 to 6 players. The solo mode has been enhanced, so it might be even more engaging for solo players now.
Do I need to translate anything to play?
Yes, the game has moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have a translated reference sheet or translated cards to make the most of the experience.
Is it worth it for those who already have the other expansions?
If you enjoy collecting all the expansions and want more track variety and challenges for Race! Formula 90, then yes! Each expansion adds something unique to the experience.