# Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island – Shelter Upgrades

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Ignacy Trzewiczek
- **Publishers**: Portal Games
- **Categories**: Adventure, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Fighting, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Storytelling, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement

## Verdict
If you love Robinson Crusoe and want a visual upgrade to the shelter, this expansion arrives just in time.High‑quality componentsEasy to integrateMore strategic optionsNo new rules addedRequires full translationRECOMMENDED

## Description
Shelter Upgrades is a small expansion consisting of four tiles that add new building options to the Robinson Crusoe shelter. Each tile, printed on high‑quality cardstock, introduces thematic features – such as extra storage areas, upgraded campfires, or comfortable resting spots – that bring more flavor and strategy to camp management. The tiles fit seamlessly into the existing spaces on the base board, requiring no complex rules: simply choose the tile that best matches your survival plan and place it in the designated spot. This addition preserves the core mechanics – action queue, worker placement, deck building, and dice rolling – while opening new combination possibilities, allowing 1‑4 players to experiment with different ways of handling the cursed island's challenges. Because the expansion focuses solely on components, the learning curve is minimal; anyone familiar with Robinson Crusoe can integrate the tiles in minutes. The result is a touch of variety that enriches the cooperative narrative without slowing the game flow. Perfect for fans of the original who want a visual and functional upgrade to their refuge without needing new rules or a full translation. In solo or group play, the new tiles can serve as optional objectives or be incorporated into custom scenarios, boosting replayability and encouraging player creativity.

## FAQ
### How many players can use the expansion?
It works with 1 to 4 players, just like the base game.

### Do I need any extra rules to place the tiles?
No. The tiles fit into existing shelter spaces and follow the base game's building rules.

### Does the expansion include new cards or components?
Only the four cardstock tiles; no new cards or tokens are added.

### Is a translation required?
Yes, the tile text is in English, so a full translation is recommended for Portuguese play.

### How long does it take to set up the new tiles?
Usually under five minutes – just select and place the tiles in the indicated spots.

### Does the expansion change the game's difficulty?
Not directly; it adds new building options but the overall difficulty remains the same.

### Can I use the tiles in solo games?
Absolutely! They work in both cooperative and solo sessions.