Underwater Cities: New Discoveries

Delicious Games, Arrakis Games, Atalia · Board game · 2019
8.8 Ludopedia 8.4 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 100–180 min Weight 3.6/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already love Underwater Cities and want more of the same, but better and with more options, this expansion is a must-have! It adds extra spice without changing the recipe that already works so well.

Highlights
  • More cards and strategies
  • New unique assistants
  • Speeds up game start
  • Increases replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • More initial complexity
  • Depends on liking the original
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Get ready to dive deep with 'Underwater Cities: New Discoveries', the first expansion that supercharges the already excellent base game! If you enjoy building your underwater empire and are looking for new ways to expand your cities and strategies, this gem is for you. This expansion throws a bunch of novelties onto the table: 52 brand-new cards that bring fresh options and tactics to each era, ensuring no two games are alike. Oh, and there's more: new personal assistants, each with its own special ability, ready to give your nation that unique touch and help you dominate the depths. To speed up the game's start and get you into the action faster, they've included starting resource tiles that give your construction a boost right from the get-go. The new player boards come with variants that explore different strategic paths, and they've even reprinted the originals with even better production quality. And it doesn't stop there! The new green metropolises offer exclusive benefits and can be used in distinct ways across different variants, adding strategic layers that will make you think twice. Finally, prepare to uncover mysteries and contribute to building an international museum at the bottom of the sea, earning prestige for your civilization. This expansion not only adds depth but also replayability, making the Underwater Cities universe even richer and more engaging.

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Rules manual — Underwater Cities: New Discoveries English · PDF
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Mechanism: Tableau Building Theme: Under the Sea
Publisher Delicious Games, Arrakis Games, Atalia, Hobby World, MINDOK, Portal Games, Rio Grande Games, sternenschimmermeer, 数寄ゲームズ (Suki Games)
Designer Vladimír Suchý
Artist Milan Vavroň

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base game 'Underwater Cities' to play with this expansion?
Absolutely! 'New Discoveries' is an expansion and adds new components and rules to the base game. You need it to play.
Does this expansion significantly change the rules of the original game?
It adds new cards, assistants, metropolises, and a museum module, bringing more options and depth. However, the core mechanics of worker placement and city building remain the same, just enriched.
Does the game become longer with the expansion?
Actually, the starting resources might even speed up the beginning a bit, but the addition of more options and strategies could slightly extend the game, depending on the group. The estimated playtime remains in the 100-180 minute range.
How many players does this expansion support?
Just like the base game, 'New Discoveries' is for 1 to 4 players. The new variants can offer interesting experiences in both solo and multiplayer modes.
Is it difficult to learn the new additions?
If you already master the base game, you'll get the hang of it quickly. The new cards and assistants are easy to integrate, and the modules can be added gradually to avoid being overwhelming.
Is it worth it for solo players?
Yes! The new cards and variants offer different challenges and strategies for the solo mode, increasing replayability for those who enjoy playing against the 'bot'.