Cosmic Encounter

A board game by Bill Eberle, Peter Olotka, Kevin Wilson, Jack Kittredge, Bill Norton

A large amount of text on components is needed during play.

3 - 5 Players 60 - 120 minutes Medium

Hand Management, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Take That, Race, Trading, Alliances, Prisoner's Dilemma, Interrupts, Negotiation

Bluffing, Science Fiction, Space Exploration, Negotiation

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Description

In the depths of space, alien races vie for control of the universe in Cosmic Encounter, a game of intergalactic politics and warfare. Each player leads a unique alien race with its own special power, navigating alliances and conflicts to establish colonies on other players' planets. With 3 to 5 players, the game is a dynamic and social experience, lasting around 60 to 120 minutes. As players take turns on the offense, they invite allies and play cards to tip encounters in their favor, using force, cunning, and diplomacy to achieve victory. The goal is to have five colonies on planets outside their home system, and with the option for multiple players to win together, alliances are key to success. With its blend of negotiation, bluffing, and simultaneous action, Cosmic Encounter is a thrilling and strategic game that's easy to learn but challenging to master.