# Welcome To...: Summer Thematic Neighborhood

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-50 (Best with: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
- **Duration**: 25 min
- **Weight**: 1.67 / 5
- **Designers**: Benoit Turpin
- **Artists**: Anne Heidsieck
- **Publishers**: Deep Water Games
- **Categories**: City Building, Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Bingo, Contracts, Paper-and-Pencil, Pattern Building, Simultaneous Action Selection, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
If you enjoy the vibe of Welcome To... and want a little extra spice for your collection, this summer expansion is a perfect fit! It brings new scoring opportunities and a delightful ice cream theme.New scoring opportunitiesLight and fun themeRenewed thematic artExpands the base gameRequires the base gameAdds slight complexityRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey everyone! Ready to add a special touch to your neighborhood in Welcome To...? This expansion, Welcome To...: Summer Thematic Neighborhood, brings more than just a new look to the streets. It comes with some fresh scoring ideas to make your neighborhood even more stylish. You get 3 new city plans to inspire you and 50 brand-new sheets, featuring updated art and mechanics that will make you think differently. The theme here is following the ice cream truck! You'll be writing numbers to move these trucks down each street. The reward? Extra points for each scoop of ice cream and, if you're lucky, a bonus if you have the ice cream cone in the right street. It's like a themed bingo, where each move brings you closer to a dream neighborhood (or at least a high score!). Perfect for those who already enjoy the base game and want more variety, or for anyone who likes a challenge with a light and fun theme. The simultaneous action selection mechanic ensures everyone plays together without losing momentum, and the solo mode is great for those who want to relax and build the perfect neighborhood alone. Make sure to check out this expansion; it adds a welcome breath of fresh air with new strategies and that satisfying feeling of completing a unique pattern on your neighborhood board.

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Welcome To... to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game Welcome To... to use the new cards and sheets from this summer thematic version.

### How many players can participate with this expansion?
Just like the base game, this expansion supports 1 to 50 players. The simultaneous action selection mechanic works very well regardless of the player count.

### How long does a game with this expansion take?
The playtime remains the same as the base game, around 25 minutes per game. It's a quick and engaging experience.

### Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The complexity increases slightly, as it introduces new scoring methods and thematic mechanics. However, for those already familiar with the base game, the adaptation is quite smooth.

### What exactly does this expansion add to the game?
It adds 3 new city plans and 50 sheets with summer-themed art and new scoring rules, focusing on an ice cream and ice cream truck theme.

### Is it possible to play solo with this expansion?
Yes! The base game already has a solo mode, and this expansion continues that tradition, offering new ways to play and score even when you're playing by yourself.

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