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Terraforming Mars: Merger Promo Card

FryxGames, Maldito Games, MeepleBR · Board game · 2022
1–5 · best 3 Solo 120 min Weight 3.0/5
9.8 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
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9.8 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Buy
Our Verdict

If you're hooked on Terraforming Mars and want another option to kickstart your games, this promo is for you! It adds an extra strategic punch to your early game.

Highlights
  • More corporation options
  • Strategic game start
  • Great for solo play
  • Adds replayability
Keep in mind
  • Costs 42 M€
  • Requires base game
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About the game
Hey there, board game enthusiasts! Ready to give your Terraforming Mars adventures an extra boost? The Merger Promo Card is here, a special addition that brings a cool new option for those who like having more choices right from the start. Think of it as a strategic shortcut: instead of beginning with the standard corporation, you get to peek at four different ones and pick the one that best suits your playstyle to kick off the game. That's right, you play one and discard the other three, gaining a special power right at the beginning. But hey, there's a cost: 42 M€ to use this little perk. This card is perfect for adding variety to your games, especially if you enjoy testing different strategies or playing solo and want more starting options. It fits perfectly with the expansion and science fiction theme we already love in Terraforming Mars, adding an extra layer of decision-making right at the outset. If you're already a fan of the base game and want to spice up your playthroughs, this promo is a must-have. It doesn't change the game's core rules, but it adds a special touch to how you begin your journey to make Mars habitable. It's one of those little extras that make a difference for players seeking more replayability and long-term fun.
Expansion for
Terraforming Mars Terraforming Mars: Prelude
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Game details

Mechanics

Closed Drafting Contracts Enclosure End Game Bonuses Hand Management Hexagon Grid Income Once-Per-Game Abilities Set Collection Solo / Solitaire Game Take That Tech Trees / Tech Tracks Tile Placement Turn Order: Progressive Variable Player Powers Variable Set-up Victory Points as a Resource

Categories

Economic Environmental Expansion for Base-game Industry / Manufacturing Science Fiction Space Exploration Territory Building

Families

Components: Map (Global Scale) Components: Multi-Use Cards Game: Terraforming Mars Mechanism: Tableau Building Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Promotional: Cards Series: Terraforming Mars Setting: Future Timeline (Fryxgames) Space: Earth's Solar System Space: Mars Theme: Science
Publisher FryxGames, Maldito Games, MeepleBR, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer Jacob Fryxelius
Artist Isaac Fryxelius
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this card change the rules of Terraforming Mars?
No, it functions as a Prelude card, adding an early-game option. You choose one of the four presented corporations and pay a cost to use it.
Do I need the base game Terraforming Mars to use this card?
Yes, absolutely! This card is a promotional expansion and only works with the base game of Terraforming Mars.
What is the cost to play this card?
The cost to activate the Merger card's effect is 42 M€ (Mega Credits).
Is this card good for solo players?
Definitely! It offers more starting variety for solo games, allowing you to test different strategies right from the beginning.
When is this card played?
It's played as a Prelude card, right at the start of the game, before the first generation.
How many corporations do I see when I play this card?
You draw 4 Corporation cards, choose one to play, and discard the other three.
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