Cosmic Encounter 42nd Anniversary Edition welcomes new players to the game of infinite possibilities with a freshly revised rulebook and a beautifully illustrated Quick-start Guide that captures the nostalgia of the original game and makes it easy for anyone to learn. The Quick-start Guide’s comic book style throws readers back to the 1970s, providing vital insight into the core rules of the game while embracing the fun of a cosmic conquest filled with wacky aliens and outrageous abilities. What's more, with the beautiful translucent ship pieces (as shown above), spreading your colonies across the galaxy has never been more stylish!
A newly discovered species joins the classic line-up of aliens. You can, of course, play as old favorites such as Mite or Remora, or you can try your hand at leading the ruthless Demon to victory. Previously only released at Cosmic Con, this species was exiled from their original galaxy for unprincipled opportunism. Now they seek cosmic vengeance, using their power to possess other players’ hands to bolster their own strength and sap others’ will to win.
In addition to this monstrous newcomer, Cosmic Encounter 42nd Anniversary Edition offers you new ways to customize your games with the introduction of Cosmic Combo cards. These carefully assembled cards offer a list of alien species with a brief description of their powers to create themed matchups and explore different types of games. You may find yourself among some Big Time Clubbers or Cellar Dwellers, that can be integrated into three, four, or five-player games. Every card spins a new challenge, and with these new options for customization, no two games are ever the same.
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magical experience in a box! among my all time favorites due to the immersive experience it helps generate. Players must play their part and engage in the tools the game offers. It... view more can be reduced to a very simple and boring experience of players don't work to tap into the negotiation, cooperation, and unique powers provided...but it's become a favorite of my young niece and nephew because of the variety and depth it contains - it begs you to explore it more and leaves you thinking about the gaming experience and imagining what the next one could bring. Unique and special game. view less
What makes Cosmic Encounters different from other game is you can choose which player you want to help every turn, you can be ally or enemy, your choice. The art is amazing, the p... view moreieces are nice, you can choose from so many aliens. This is a classic game that will stays on top forever. view less
Pros: For a long time, this was my favourite game of all time
The variability is staggering. Each game you will use 4-8 aliens, the base game has 50. With all expansions, I h... view moreave about 150 aliens. There is no chance I will get to play with each alien.
Simple mechanisms, complex and nuanced gameplay with experienced players
Sweet spot, I've found, is 5 players
Excellent component quality
So very many modules, adding to the variability
Expansions are great, but not necessary
Cons: The alien abilities, especially on the expansion aliens, are often written in a confusing way. People have written corrections, but I don't want to stick labels to all my alien cards
Some aliens are just not any fun, and I have taken them out of my copy.
Teaching new people can be a bit of a bear, it's a tough game to wrap your head around. Mechanics are simple, but figuring out how to play effectively is difficult. I've considered trading the game away because I became sick of teaching it. I have changed my mind on that, but for a while there, it was a near thing.
How does it play with 2: Terrible! Impossible even. view less
Cosmic encounter:
Totally agree with the box - a game of infinite possibilities. The number of different alien races make each game different and memorable.
