# Rolling Realms: Dinosaur Island Promo Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6
- **Duration**: 10-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Karel Titeca
- **Artists**: Kwanchai Moriya, Marius Petrescu
- **Publishers**: Stonemaier Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game

## Verdict
This promo pack is a treat for those looking to add some strategic variety to their Rolling Realms sessions. It brings the classic Dinosaur Island dilemma to the paper, forcing you to balance growth and security every single turn. It is a small expansion, but it adds a very welcome and challenging thematic twist for those who enjoy optimizing every move.Challenging security management mechanicWell-integrated dinosaur themeIncreases game replayabilityEasy to add to setupRequires base game to playAvailability can be limitedRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you are already a fan of Rolling Realms and feel your parks need a prehistoric touch, the Dinosaur Island Promo Pack is the addition your collection has been waiting for. This set of six promo cards brings all the tension and risk management of the famous theme park building game into the fast-paced roll-and-write mechanics. The twist here is all about balance: you will use dice to either increase your park's security level or add new dinosaurs to your roster. The challenge is constant, as the number of visitors you can attract is strictly tied to your security level. If you get too excited about the dinos and forget to reinforce the fences, disaster is inevitable and your score will plummet. It is a compact experience that demands sharp strategic planning, forcing players to choose between accelerated growth or the stability needed to score those coveted stars. Like all good Rolling Realms content, it fits perfectly into the base game structure, offering a new layer of decisions that will test your ability to adapt to dice results. It is an excellent thematic challenge for those looking to vary their setup and try new ways to optimize their turns. Even though it is only six cards, the impact on the game dynamic is noticeable, bringing that classic 'tight' feeling that anyone who has played Dinosaur Island knows well. If you enjoy quick rounds where every decision can mean the difference between a successful park or a monumental disaster, these cards will earn a place of honor on your table. Get your dice ready, check the fences, and see if you can keep your visitors safe while building the most incredible attraction in history!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion pack and you need the base game Rolling Realms to use these cards.

### How many cards are in the pack?
The pack includes 6 realm cards themed after Dinosaur Island.

### Does the game get harder with this expansion?
It adds an extra layer of risk management, as you must balance security with scoring, which can increase the complexity of your choices.

### What is the playtime?
The playtime remains the same as Rolling Realms, between 10 and 30 minutes, depending on the number of players.

### Can I play solo?
Absolutely! Rolling Realms is excellent in solo mode and these cards work perfectly for beating your own high scores.