Star Realms: Crisis – Bases & Battleships

Star Realms: Crisis – Bases & Battleships arrives as the first official expansion for the highly praised Star Realms, adding more variety and strategy to your Trade Deck. The pack introduces eight new cards – four bases and four ships – that slot into the four factions of the base game (Machine Cult, Star Empire, The Blobs, and Trade Federation). Each faction receives a powerful flagship, such as the Mega Mech for Machine Cult or the Imperial Trader for Star Empire, which can swing the tide when played wisely. The set also brings support cards like Defense Bot, Trade Wheel, and Construction Hauler, expanding your options for buying and resource control. The core mechanics remain the same: deck, bag, and pool building, open drafting, and plenty of "take that" interaction that lets you punish opponents on every turn. Gameplay stays fast – rounds of 20 minutes or less – and the learning curve stays low thanks to concise card text that’s easy to memorize. Physical components are solid, with vibrant artwork that reinforces the sci‑fi combat atmosphere. Suitable for 2 to 6 players, the expansion works both as a casual boost and as an extra layer for seasoned players seeking new combos and strategies. If you love deck‑builders with a sci‑fi theme and enjoy feeling the weight of each purchase decision, Bases & Battleships is an upgrade worth getting.