Terraforming Mars: 16 Psyche Promo Card

FryxGames, MeepleBR, MINDOK · Board game · 2023
1–5 · best 3, 4 Solo 90–120 min Weight 3.0/5
16.0 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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16.0 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you love fine‑tuning resource engines, this card gives a neat little boost.

Highlights
  • Boosts titanium production
  • Worth 2 victory points
  • Fits hand‑management flow
Keep in mind
  • Needs full translation
  • Benefit is modest
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The 16 Psyche Promo Card (X44) slipped into issue 2/23 of Spielbox, adding a splash of space‑metal flair to your Terraforming Mars. This green card costs 31 M€ and, when played, raises titanium production by two steps and grants three titanium resources right away. At game’s end the card is worth two victory points, so timing its play is key. The artwork nods to asteroid 16 Psyche, famed for its metal richness, which explains the titanium boost. As with any promo, a full translation is needed for Portuguese‑speaking groups, though the English text is ready to go. Within the base game it taps into Closed Drafting and Hand Management mechanics, demanding you decide when to draft and deploy the extra resource. It fits neatly into the Economic and Science‑Fiction themes, complementing production and trade strategies. While it doesn’t overhaul core rules, the modest advantage can swing tight games, especially with 4‑5 players where titanium control often decides the winner. In short, it’s a collectible add‑on that also offers a tactical edge for fans who love fine‑tuning Mars’s economy.

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Game: Terraforming Mars Magazine: Spielbox Promotional: Cards Series: Terraforming Mars
Publisher FryxGames, MeepleBR, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., W. Nostheide Verlag GmbH
Designer Jacob Fryxelius
Artist United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can use the card?
It can be used in games with 1 to 5 players, just like the base game.
Does it change the playing time?
No, the typical playtime remains around 90‑120 minutes.
Do I need to understand English to play it?
The official text is in English; Portuguese groups should translate it for smooth play.
What is the card’s cost in the game?
It costs 31 M€ and provides +2 titanium production and 3 titanium resources.
Does the card give victory points?
Yes, it awards 2 victory points at the end of the game.