Cosmic Encounter

A game by Bill Eberle, Jack Kittredge, Peter Olotka, Bill Norton

2 - 4 Players 60 minutes Low

Variable Player Powers

Bluffing, Card Game, Science Fiction

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Description

In Cosmic Encounter, you'll lead a colonization effort through the Cosmos, proving your alien intelligence's worthiness for leadership. As the leader of a unique race, you'll have the ability to bend or break certain rules, using force, cunning, and diplomacy to succeed. With easy-to-learn rules, you'll be navigating the game in no time, making it accessible to new players. Battles are determined through a combination of card play and assistance from other players, adding a social element to the game. With 2 to 4 players competing to establish five colonies on foreign planets, the game is full of bluffing and strategic card play. As a science fiction-themed game, Cosmic Encounter offers a thrilling experience, with each player's variable powers adding a layer of unpredictability. Published in 2000, this version of the game builds upon the original, offering a fresh take on a classic experience that can be enjoyed in about 60 minutes.