# Yardmaster: Bonus Card Pack #1

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.33 / 5
- **Designers**: Steven Aramini
- **Artists**: Dan Thompson, Darrell Louder
- **Publishers**: Crash Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Trains, Transportation
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection

## Verdict
Enjoyed Yardmaster and want more variety? This bonus card pack is for you! It lets you customize the game with new strategic options.More customization and varietyKeeps the game interestingEasy to integrateIncreases replayabilityRequires the base gameAdds little complexityFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Hey there, rail enthusiasts! If you're already a fan of Yardmaster and looking to spice up your games, the Bonus Card Pack #1 is just the ticket. This little gem introduces five new types of bonus cards to the base game, totaling ten physical cards (two of each type). The real highlight is the customization: you get to pick which of these bonuses you want to incorporate into your experience. Fancy playing with just four selected types? Or perhaps you want to go all-in with all of them at once? The choice is yours! This means each game can have a different dynamic, depending on the bonus cards you and your friends decide to put on the table. It's a cool way to keep the game fresh and challenging, even for those who have already mastered the original rules. These extra cards don't change the core of the game, which remains hand management and set collection for scoring, but they offer new strategies and paths to victory. Think of it like an upgrade for your favorite train engine: more options, more fun, and more replayability. Perfect for those who like to have control over their gaming experience and want to explore new tactics without overcomplicating things. It's a small pack that makes a big difference in replay value!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base Yardmaster game to use this pack?
Absolutely! This is an expansion pack, so you need to own the base Yardmaster game to play with these new bonus cards.

### How many new cards are in this pack?
The pack contains a total of 10 physical cards, divided into 5 new types of bonus cards, with 2 copies of each type.

### Does this significantly change the game rules?
No, the idea is to add more flavor and strategic options without overcomplicating things. The core mechanics of hand management and set collection remain the same.

### Can I choose which bonus cards to use in each game?
Exactly! That's the main advantage: you can select which of the 5 new bonus types you want to include, allowing you to customize the experience each game.

### What is the estimated playtime with this expansion?
The playtime remains the same as the base game, around 20 minutes. The expansion focuses on variety, not on extending the duration.

### How many players is this for?
The base Yardmaster is for 2 to 5 players, and this expansion maintains that player count. It works well across all player configurations.

### Does the complexity level increase significantly?
The complexity increase is minimal. The expansion adds new tactical layers through the bonus cards, but the learning curve remains very smooth, ideal for those seeking something quick and strategic.