# Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island – "Tracing Doctor Livingstone" Scenario

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4
- **Duration**: 90-150 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Ignacy Trzewiczek
- **Artists**: Maciej Mutwil
- **Publishers**: Portal Games, Pegasus Spiele
- **Categories**: Adventure, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Storytelling, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement

## Verdict
If you love cooperative survival and a gripping story, this expansion serves up an immersive plot and fresh mechanics.Immersive storylineBranching‑plot mechanicThematic cardsLong playtimeModerate learning curveHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
The "Tracing Doctor Livingstone" expansion adds a fresh scenario to Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island, set in 1871 when famed explorer David Livingstone vanished deep in Africa. The scenario arrives on two A3 sheets: a classic layout and one printed like a late‑19th‑century newspaper, amplifying the rescue‑mission vibe. Its standout mechanic draws from branching‑plot novels, letting player choices shape the story and open different survival routes. It also introduces the Invention Card "Livingstone's Cross," granting the crew a unique advantage. As with the base game, the experience remains cooperative for 1‑4 players, who must allocate workers, roll dice, and exploit variable player powers to secure food, shelter, and ultimately locate the ailing scientist before it’s too late. The modular board is rebuilt each play, ensuring the island feels new every time. Narrative cards and events generate constant tension, while the storytelling element ensures each group lives a distinct tale. Playtime ranges from 90 to 150 minutes, reflecting the depth of resource management, danger handling, and clue‑following. With a 3/5 weight, the game demands strategic thought but remains approachable, appealing to both veterans of Robinson Crusoe and newcomers to deeper cooperative games. Overall, this expansion blends history, strategy, and teamwork, raising the original adventure to a higher level of immersion.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, including a solo mode.

### What is the typical playtime?
Between 90 and 150 minutes, depending on player count and rule familiarity.

### Do I need the base game?
Yes, the expansion requires Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island.

### What are the main new features?
A newspaper‑style scenario, branching‑plot mechanic, and the Invention Card "Livingstone's Cross".

### Is it suitable for beginners?
A 3/5 weight means it’s approachable, though some familiarity with the base helps.

### Is there a solo mode?
Yes, the expansion includes specific solo rules.

### What components are included?
Two A3 sheets (traditional and newspaper scenario), scenario cards, the Invention card, and thematic markers.