8.8
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Ludopedia
7.7
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BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
A tense expansion that turns the game into a desperate struggle for galactic survival.
Highlights
- Constant and exciting threat
- Amazing diplomatic dilemmas
- Total thematic fidelity
- Elevated game pacing
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Increases complexity
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Brace your shields and recalibrate your sensors, because the most terrifying threat in the galaxy has just arrived! Star Trek: Ascendancy – Borg Assimilation isn't just another content pack; it's a game-changer that introduces the Borg as an unstoppable force of nature on the board. If you thought the rivalry between the great civilizations was your biggest headache, think again. Now, there is a common enemy that doesn't want to negotiate or trade territory—it simply wants to assimilate everything in its path.
In this expansion, danger manifests in two intense ways. You might have the misfortune of stumbling upon a Borg Cube while exploring a new system, or the chaos might kick off right from the setup, with the Borg invading the Alpha Quadrant via a Transwarp Hub. From there, it's a race against time: every turn, new Cubes can emerge, attempting to turn your worlds into part of the Collective.
This creates a moral and strategic dilemma worthy of a Star Trek episode: will you join forces with your rivals to contain this technological plague, or will you attempt to hunt the Borg individually to seize their tech and secure your own supremacy? The tension is relentless. The game shifts from being purely about who dominates the galaxy to being about who can survive assimilation. It's the kind of expansion that cranks up the risk management and diplomacy, turning standard sessions into epic battles for the survival of intelligent life. If you already love the base game, get ready for a layer of tension that will make your heart race at warp speed!
In this expansion, danger manifests in two intense ways. You might have the misfortune of stumbling upon a Borg Cube while exploring a new system, or the chaos might kick off right from the setup, with the Borg invading the Alpha Quadrant via a Transwarp Hub. From there, it's a race against time: every turn, new Cubes can emerge, attempting to turn your worlds into part of the Collective.
This creates a moral and strategic dilemma worthy of a Star Trek episode: will you join forces with your rivals to contain this technological plague, or will you attempt to hunt the Borg individually to seize their tech and secure your own supremacy? The tension is relentless. The game shifts from being purely about who dominates the galaxy to being about who can survive assimilation. It's the kind of expansion that cranks up the risk management and diplomacy, turning standard sessions into epic battles for the survival of intelligent life. If you already love the base game, get ready for a layer of tension that will make your heart race at warp speed!
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Publisher
Gale Force Nine, LLC
Designer
Aaron Dill, John Kovaleski, Sean Sweigart
Artist
Charles Woods, Katie Dillon
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Can I play this expansion without the base game?
No, this is an expansion and requires the Star Trek: Ascendancy base game to play.
Does the game get much harder with the Borg?
Yes, they add a layer of constant pressure that requires more attention and strategy from players.
How many players can play with this expansion?
It follows the base game's limits, supporting 1 to 5 players.
Does the expansion change the playtime significantly?
It might increase it slightly due to the new threat, but the sense of urgency usually keeps the pace dynamic.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a significant language dependency for cards and rules.
Do the Borg play by themselves?
Yes, they act as an autonomous force that reacts to the board and the players.