# Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2024 - **BGG Rating**: 8.4 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 90-120 min - **Weight**: 2.29 / 5 - **Designers**: Jacob Fryxelius - **Artists**: Isaac Fryxelius, William Bricker - **Publishers**: FryxGames, Arclight Games, Brädspel.se, Ghenos Games, Intrafin Games, Korea Boardgames, Maldito Games, MeepleBR, MINDOK, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Stronghold Games - **Categories**: Economic, Environmental, Expansion for Base-game, Industry / Manufacturing, Science Fiction - **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Open Drafting, Tile Placement ## Verdict If you're already a Terraforming Mars fan looking for more content to spice up your games, Prelude 2 is a worthwhile addition!More strategic optionsInteraction with other expansionsInteresting new corporationsUnique effect preludesMay require other expansionsIncreases complexityRECOMMENDED ## Description If you thought Terraforming Mars had already said it all, get ready, because the sixth expansion, Prelude 2, has arrived to shake things up even more! This gem focuses on adding that extra spice with effects that interact with other expansions, bringing Prelude cards that offer ongoing abilities and special actions right from the start. And it doesn't stop there: more project cards to boost your tableau and five new corporations that promise to change how you play. Fans of the Venus, Colonies, and Turmoil expansions will be thrilled, as many cards were designed with them in mind. But relax, if you don't have those additions yet, the five corporations and fifteen Prelude cards work perfectly with the base game. Oh, and if you snagged the Kickstarter edition, there's an extra promo pack with more cards to make everything even more packed. Prelude 2 is for those who want more depth and new strategies on their journey to make Mars a habitable place. It's more Terraforming Mars, with more options and more fun! ## How to Play Game Objective Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 is an expansion that must be played alongside the Prelude expansion. The main goal is to collaborate in transforming Mars into a habitable planet, using Prelude cards with special actions and effects. Consult the manual for details on this section. Setup To prepare the game, follow these steps: Separate the cards according to the expansion indicators. If a card belongs to an expansion that is not in play, discard it and draw another. Prelude and corporation cards have their own decks and discard piles. Cards discarded during setup or gameplay are placed face down. If you run out of corporation or Prelude cards, shuffle the corresponding discard pile. Variant: Expanded Start: During setup, players may choose from 3 corporations and 6 preludes instead of 2 and 4. Game Flow Consult the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play Some Prelude cards have effects or actions, functioning similarly to blue cards, but they do not count as blue cards for milestones or awards effects. Prelude Refund: If a player cannot use a Prelude card (perform all its effects), they must reveal it and discard it to receive 15 M$. End of Game and Scoring Consult the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning Use the Variant: Expanded Start to have more strategic options at the beginning of the game. Pay attention to the expansion indicators to avoid cards that cannot be used in the current game. If you cannot use a Prelude card, remember the Prelude Refund to recover part of your investment. ## FAQ ### How many players can participate? Terraforming Mars: Prelude 2 is for 1 to 5 players, maintaining the base game's flexibility. ### How long does a game typically last? Games usually take 90 to 120 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules. ### Do I need other expansions to play Prelude 2? Not necessarily! The five new corporations and fifteen Prelude cards can be used with the base game. However, many other cards are designed to interact with expansions like Venus, Colonies, and Turmoil. ### Does Prelude 2 add a lot of complexity to the game? It adds more options and synergies, which can increase strategic depth. For new players, it might be a bit more to absorb, but for veterans, it's a great way to refresh the game. ### What are the Prelude cards? These are special cards you play at the beginning of the game, before the first generation, offering immediate benefits or ongoing abilities that influence your strategy throughout the match. ### Is this expansion worth it for solo players? Yes! Terraforming Mars has solo rules, and Prelude 2 adds more variety in cards and corporations, which can enrich the solo play experience. ### What mechanics does this expansion focus on? 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