Eclipse

Rise of the Ancients – The Tractor Beam

A game by Touko Tahkokallio

2 - 9 Players 180 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

Civilization, Fighting, Science Fiction, Space Exploration

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to take your space exploration to the next level with Eclipse: Rise of the Ancients – The Tractor Beam, an exciting expansion to the popular board game Eclipse. Designed by Touko Tahkokallio, this game is perfect for 2 to 9 players who are familiar with board games and looking for a fun and challenging experience. With a playtime of 180 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to explore the modular board, roll dice, and use your variable player powers to outmaneuver your opponents. The Tractor Beam is a game-changer in combat, allowing you to trap enemy spaceships and prevent them from fleeing. This expansion was originally included as a bonus with the correction sheets for the first edition of Eclipse: Rise of the Ancients, but now you can get your hands on it and take your gameplay to new heights. With its unique blend of area majority, area movement, and tile placement mechanics, Eclipse: Rise of the Ancients – The Tractor Beam is a must-have for fans of science fiction, civilization-building, and fighting games. Published in 2012, this expansion has been a favorite among gamers for years, and its normal complexity level makes it easy to learn and play.