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Description

Power Grid: Québec/Baden-Württemberg is an exciting expansion for the popular Power Grid game, designed by Friedemann Friese. Released in 2012, this expansion offers two new maps, Québec and Baden-Württemberg, which were previously available in separate base games. These maps introduce new challenges and strategies for players to enjoy, making it a great addition to the original game. With normal complexity rules, players familiar with board games will have no issue learning and diving into the game, which supports 2 to 6 players and takes around 120 minutes to play. In the Québec map, players will focus on building networks that utilize ecological hydro power plants, which have a special rule that sets them apart from other power plants. This adds a new layer of strategy, as players need to balance their energy production with the availability of these green power plants. The map also features cheap connections between Montreal and Québec City, making it a challenging and exciting place to build networks. On the other hand, the Baden-Württemberg map changes the order of phases in a game round, with players buying power plants first and then rearranging the player order. This small province also has limited connections to transregional locations, which can only be made once Phase 2 begins, adding another level of complexity to the game. With its unique mechanics and map-specific rules, Power Grid: Québec/Baden-Württemberg offers a fresh and exciting experience for fans of the original game. The combination of auction, income, market, network, and route-building mechanics creates a rich and immersive gameplay experience. As an expansion, it's a great way to breathe new life into the base game, and with no necessary in-game text, it's accessible to players of all languages. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the series, this expansion is sure to provide hours of entertainment and challenging gameplay.