Salmon Run: Fishermen Expansion

Eagle-Gryphon Games · Board game · 2013
2–5 Weight 1.0/5
6.1 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
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6.1 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy the salmon rush and want more challenges, this expansion is a treat! It supercharges the base game with more boards, a fifth player, and new traps that make the competition even fiercer.

Highlights
  • New modular boards
  • Expands to 5 players
  • New danger mechanics
  • Expansion compilation
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Increased complexity
  • Luck dependency
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About the game
Get ready for more excitement in the salmon run with the Fishermen expansion! This gem compiles four previously released Kickstarter expansions, bringing even more challenges and novelties to the base game. Now, you'll have 4 new river boards, usable on both sides, adding variety to the routes. A custom die enters the scene to bring an element of chance, while 3 new Grizzly Bear cards intensify nature's dangers. And for those who like playing with more friends, the expansion includes all the necessary components to accommodate a fifth player! The novelties don't stop there: a new "Fisherman" hex can hook you! When landing on it, a die roll decides if you get stuck. If hooked, you need to spend two 'Swim' cards to free yourself, without being able to move that turn. Bears, on the other hand, don't care about fishermen and can move freely. The Grizzly Bear card replaces the fatigue mechanic with a more direct one: discard two random cards from your hand. This expansion adds an extra layer of strategy and unpredictability, keeping the salmon's survival race exciting and competitive. It's ideal for those who already enjoy Salmon Run and want more content and challenges to explore.
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Game details

Families

Animals: Bears Animals: Fish / Fishes Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Series: Family Games (Gryphon Games)
Publisher Eagle-Gryphon Games
Designer Jesse Catron
Artist Eric J. Carter
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game Salmon Run to play with this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! The Fishermen Expansion is an add-on and requires the base game Salmon Run to be played.
How many players does this expansion support?
It adds components so you can play with up to 5 players, increasing the group fun.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
Slightly. New rules and mechanics are introduced, but nothing a player familiar with the base game can't quickly grasp. The fun is worth it!
What are the main new components?
You get 4 new river boards (which can be used on both sides), a custom die, Grizzly Bear cards, and pieces for the fifth player.
Is this expansion a compilation of other expansions?
Exactly! It brings together content from 4 expansions previously released via Kickstarter, offering a good package of novelties.
What are the 'Fishermen' and how do they affect the game?
Fishermen are a new obstacle on the river. If a salmon lands on this space, it can get hooked after a die roll, requiring two 'Swim' cards to break free.