Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition – Promo Cards
FryxGames, Stronghold Games, Ghenos Games · Board game · 2021
1–4 · best 3
Solo
45–60 min
Weight 2.9/5
8.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.8
rating
BGG
8.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.8
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you're already a fan of Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition and want more cards for variety, this little promo pack is a find! It injects new life into your games with additional corporations and projects.
Highlights
- More corporation options
- New project cards
- Increases replayability
- Exclusive campaign content
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Language dependent
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About the game
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Hey there, board game enthusiasts! Ready to give your Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition game a serious boost? Introducing the Promo Cards pack, featuring 17 brand-new cards to make your gameplay even more dynamic and full of surprises. These gems were originally released during the Kickstarter campaign and are now available to supercharge your sessions.
The pack includes 6 Corporation cards, each with its own unique abilities for you to dominate Mars your way. Want to start with a strategic edge? Choose Arklight, Celestior, DevTechs, Launch Star Incorporated, Mai-Ni Productions, or Zatesel Project. Each offers a distinct playstyle, ensuring replayability and fresh tactics every game.
Beyond the corporations, there are 11 Project cards to add that extra spice. With cards like Assorted Enterprises, Commercial Imports, Diverse Habitats, Filter Feeders, Laboratories, Matter Generator, Processed Metals, Processing Plant, Progressive Policies, Synthetic Catastrophe, and Self-Replicating Bacteria, you'll have more options to expand your influence and turn Mars into your new home. These cards introduce new ways to generate resources, advance terraforming efforts, and rack up victory points.
If you enjoy having access to exclusive cards that add more depth and variety to the base game, this pack is definitely for you. It's a fantastic addition for those who have already mastered the base game and crave more content to explore, or for players who like having all the options available to craft intricate strategies. Get ready to colonize Mars with even more flair and fun!
The pack includes 6 Corporation cards, each with its own unique abilities for you to dominate Mars your way. Want to start with a strategic edge? Choose Arklight, Celestior, DevTechs, Launch Star Incorporated, Mai-Ni Productions, or Zatesel Project. Each offers a distinct playstyle, ensuring replayability and fresh tactics every game.
Beyond the corporations, there are 11 Project cards to add that extra spice. With cards like Assorted Enterprises, Commercial Imports, Diverse Habitats, Filter Feeders, Laboratories, Matter Generator, Processed Metals, Processing Plant, Progressive Policies, Synthetic Catastrophe, and Self-Replicating Bacteria, you'll have more options to expand your influence and turn Mars into your new home. These cards introduce new ways to generate resources, advance terraforming efforts, and rack up victory points.
If you enjoy having access to exclusive cards that add more depth and variety to the base game, this pack is definitely for you. It's a fantastic addition for those who have already mastered the base game and crave more content to explore, or for players who like having all the options available to craft intricate strategies. Get ready to colonize Mars with even more flair and fun!
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Publisher
FryxGames, Stronghold Games, Ghenos Games, Intrafin Games, Korea Boardgames, Lavka Games, Maldito Games, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer
Jacob Fryxelius, Nick Little (I), Sydney Engelstein
Artist
Andrei Stef, Garrett Kaida, Justine Nortjé, Naomi Robinson, Nio Mendoza, William Bricker
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many cards are included in this promotional pack?
The pack includes a total of 17 cards: 6 Corporation cards and 11 Project cards.
Do I need the base game Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition to use these cards?
Yes, this is an expansion pack and requires the base game Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition to be played.
Were these cards released during a crowdfunding campaign?
Yes, these cards were revealed as daily milestones during the Kickstarter campaign for Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition.
Do the cards add significant complexity to the game?
They introduce new options and strategies, but the overall complexity remains similar to the base Ares Expedition, as they are additional cards rather than entirely new complex rules.
Is this pack essential for playing Ares Expedition?
It's not essential, but it's highly recommended for players who enjoy more variety and strategic options, especially if you like collecting promotional content.
Does the game take longer to play with these cards?
The playtime might vary slightly depending on the cards chosen and strategies employed, but it generally stays within the base game's time range (45-60 minutes).
