Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy Timber Tom and want an extra challenge that messes with your route planning, this expansion is a cool addition!
Highlights
- Unpredictable obstacles
- Resource management
- Adds strategy
- Easy to integrate
Keep in mind
- Can block routes
- Penalty for seeds
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About the game
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Hey there, board game enthusiasts! Ready to spice up your Timber Tom game? The Timber Tom: The Wollemi Pines expansion introduces an extra challenge to your mountain hikes. You'll now encounter rare and protected Wollemi Pines scattered along the paths. The catch? Once planted, these special trees cannot be removed! If one pops up blocking your route, tough luck, you'll have to find another way forward.
But it's not all about obstacles. You also have a stash of Wollemi 'seeds' to spread around, helping nature and perhaps hindering other players a bit. It's wise to use these seeds during your hike, as you'll face a penalty at the end if you have any left. This mini-expansion adds an interesting strategic layer, forcing players to adapt to unexpected roadblocks and manage their resources more effectively to meet the 'planting' objectives. It's a neat addition for those who already enjoy the base game and want a bit more excitement and twists in their plays.
But it's not all about obstacles. You also have a stash of Wollemi 'seeds' to spread around, helping nature and perhaps hindering other players a bit. It's wise to use these seeds during your hike, as you'll face a penalty at the end if you have any left. This mini-expansion adds an interesting strategic layer, forcing players to adapt to unexpected roadblocks and manage their resources more effectively to meet the 'planting' objectives. It's a neat addition for those who already enjoy the base game and want a bit more excitement and twists in their plays.
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Best player count
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2
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3
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4
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Publisher
PYXI
Designer
Marco Bing
Community
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11want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Does this expansion work on its own or do I need the base game?
Timber Tom: The Wollemi Pines is an expansion, so you need the base game Timber Tom to play with it.
How many players can use this expansion?
Just like the base game, the expansion is for 2 to 4 players.
Does it significantly increase the game's complexity?
Not much. It adds a new mechanic and some obstacles, but keeps the overall complexity very accessible, similar to the base game.
What components come in this expansion?
The expansion adds Wollemi Pines (special trees) and Wollemi seeds, plus potential components for managing these new rules.
Does the game take longer with this expansion?
The playtime should remain similar, around 60 minutes, as the expansion focuses on adjusting strategy within the existing timeframe.
Does this expansion drastically change the gameplay experience?
It adds an interesting tactical element of route adjustment and planning, but the core racing and exploration gameplay remains.
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