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Tales from the Loop: The Board Game – Invasive Species

Free League Publishing · Board game · 2022
1–5 · best 3, 4 Solo 90–180 min Weight 3.0/5
— rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
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— rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

Tales from the Loop fans, get ready for a Jurassic invasion! This expansion adds a scary dinosaur and a new mystery to unravel.

Highlights
  • Engaging new scenario
  • Awesome dinosaur miniature
  • Expands cooperative play
  • Adds prehistoric danger
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
  • New mysteries to solve
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a Jurassic shock in 'Tales from the Loop: The Board Game – Invasive Species'! This expansion brings a prehistoric threat straight to your tabletop, featuring the arrival of a Gorgosaurus Libratus, faithfully depicted in Simon Stålenhag's iconic art. The school buzzes with chilling rumors: was the ice cream truck driver attacked and... devoured?! The cooperative adventure gets a new lease on life with an all-new scenario, where players will need to unravel the mysteries of this invasive creature and ensure everyone's safety. The expansion includes an impressive dinosaur miniature, along with all the cards and sheets needed to dive headfirst into this new story. If you already enjoy the nostalgic and mysterious vibe of 'Tales from the Loop', this expansion adds an extra layer of danger and excitement, testing your group's cooperation and problem-solving skills. It's a chance to relive the unique atmosphere of the universe, now with a touch of hungry dinosaurs. The complexity remains aligned with the base game, but the need for component translation might be a point of attention for some groups.

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1–5 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
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5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Cooperative Game

Categories

Expansion for Base-game

Families

Animals: Dinosaurs Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Tales From the Loop – The Board Game
Publisher Free League Publishing
Designer Martin Takaichi, Rickard Antroia
Artist Reine Rosenberg, Simon Stålenhag

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game 'Tales from the Loop: The Board Game' to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! 'Invasive Species' is an expansion and cannot be played on its own. You need the base game to add the Gorgosaurus and the new scenario.
How difficult is this new scenario?
The difficulty is comparable to the base game, but introducing such a different threat as a dinosaur might require new strategies and adaptation from the cooperative players.
Does the expansion add many new rules?
The expansion focuses on a new scenario and the introduction of the dinosaur as a challenging element. The core rules remain the same, but the scenario has its specifics.
Is the component translation very complicated?
Yes, Ludopedia and BGG indicate extensive language dependency. Almost everything will need to be translated for the group to play comfortably.
How many players can participate in this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is 1 to 5 players, allowing for both solo and group experiences.
What is the estimated playtime for the new scenario?
Playtime varies, but expect something between 90 to 180 minutes, similar to the base game, depending on the group's experience and the scenario's complexity.
Is it worth it for those who already own the base game?
If you enjoy the Tales from the Loop universe and want a new cooperative challenge with an 'unusual' theme (dinosaurs!), the expansion offers a fresh story and a new 'villain' to face.
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