Light Speed
Arena – The Space Banana
An expansion by Leonardo Alese, Emanuele Santellani
1-6 Players 5-15 minutes Unknown
Elapsed Real Time Ending, Line of Sight, Real-Time, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers
Action / Dexterity, Electronic, Fighting, Real-time, Science Fiction
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Description
Light Speed: Arena – The Space Banana drops you and up to five buddies into a frantic, neon‑lit arena where banana‑shaped spaceships zip around, blast each other, and try to snatch the ever‑moving Space Banana before the clock runs out. Thanks to the real‑time, elapsed‑real‑time ending mechanic, you’re not waiting for turns – the action flows as fast as your reflexes. The simple rules, explained in a minute, let you start tossing tiles, spotting enemies with line‑of‑sight, and wielding crazy variable powers that make each player feel like a unique space pirate. At just 5‑15 minutes a round, you can crank out several quick matches in a coffee break, and the electronic components keep the tension humming. Designed by Leonardo Alese and Emanuele Santellani, this 2026 expansion adds a splash of sci‑fi chaos to the Light Speed base game, perfect for anyone who loves fast‑paced, dexterity‑heavy brawls with a side of banana‑madness.
Expansion for
Light Speed
Arena
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5-15 minutes
Simple
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