Save Doctor Lucky on Moon Base Copernicus

Cheapass Games · Board game · 2002
— Ludopedia 6.1 BGG 3–7 45 min Weight 1.4/5
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6.1 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy the vibe of trying to save or screw over Doctor Lucky and want another chaotic scenario, this Moon expansion is for you!

Highlights
  • More Doctor Lucky, more drama
  • Mind-bending space setting
  • New ways to sabotage
  • More dynamic rules
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Increased complexity
  • Can be chaotic
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a breathtaking space adventure in "Save Doctor Lucky on Moon Base Copernicus"! This expansion turbocharges the base game "Save Doctor Lucky," moving the action to the precarious Moon Base Copernicus, which, guess what, is about to explode. And the worst part? There's only room for two people in the last escape pod!

Your goal? Save old Doctor Lucky. Yes, the very same one you're always trying to sabotage. But the reward is great: the chance to inherit his magazine collection. After all, what else really matters in life, right?

The expansion adds new elements that shake up the game, like TV monitors, force fields, and rocket tubes, which can be used to your advantage (or against others!). The rules have also been enhanced, especially regarding how cards are drawn and how the board can be destroyed, adding new layers of strategy and chaos.

With bluffing mechanics and team-based gameplay, you'll need to be clever to manipulate the situation in your favor, deciding whether to play in alliance or if betrayal is the quickest path to salvation. It's a race against time and other players to secure your spot in the escape pod, with or without Doctor Lucky. Perfect for those who already enjoy the series and want more space-themed drama and twists!

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–7 players
3 OK
4 OK
5 OK
6 OK
7 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Families

Game: Doctor Lucky Space: Earth's Moon
Publisher Cheapass Games
Designer James Ernest

Community

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500owners
32wishlist
9want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Is this game an expansion? Do I need the base game?
Yes, "Save Doctor Lucky on Moon Base Copernicus" is an expansion and requires the base game "Save Doctor Lucky" to be played.
How many players can participate?
The game supports 3 to 7 players, just like the base game.
What is the average playtime?
Games typically last around 45 minutes.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
The complexity is considered low, with a BGG weight of 1.375. The expansion adds some new elements but maintains accessibility.
What's new in this expansion?
It introduces a new setting (Moon Base Copernicus), new components like TV monitors and force fields, and new rules for cards and board destruction.
Is it a competitive or cooperative game?
It's a competitive game with team-based elements, where you try to save Doctor Lucky (or not!) while competing with others.

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