Stone Age: The Expansion
- Designer Bernd Brunnhofer
- Publisher Hans im Glück , 999 Games , Bard Centrum Gier , Filosofia Éditions , Giochi Uniti
- Illustration Michael Menzel
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This expansion for Stone Age lets players craft jewelry and ornaments alongside building and hunting. Players convert raw materials into decorative items and use a new merchant to trade them. It adds new village locations, cards, and huts, supporting up to five players. The gameplay deepens with set collection and trading, enriching the prehistoric experience.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for fans of the base Stone Age game and players who enjoy medium complexity eurogames. With about 90 minutes playtime, it fits well into a game night. Prior experience with the base game is needed to handle the added mechanics effectively.
How It Works
The core mechanic remains worker placement, placing workers to take actions. New dice rolling determines resources, set collection focuses on gathering jewelry, and trading involves a merchant to exchange goods. Players strategically transform resources into ornaments to gain advantages.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Bernd Brunnhofer and released in 2011, this expansion was nominated for the 2012 Golden Geek Best Board Game Expansion. It adds craftsmanship and trade to the Stone Age series, known for its balanced worker placement gameplay.
Awards
2012
Pro
- Expands worker placement with dice rolling and trading mechanics
- Supports up to five players
- Adds strategic depth through set collection and trading
- Nominated for 2012 Golden Geek Best Board Game Expansion
Contra
- Requires the base Stone Age game to play
- Suitable only for ages 13 and up
- Moderate complexity, not ideal for beginners without prior experience
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the Stone Age, where hunter-gatherers enhance their daily lives with jewelry and trading. The theme reflects prehistoric life and the desire for adornment.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Best played after mastering the base game to effectively use the new mechanics.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Stone Age: The Expansion requires at least two players and is not designed for solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, suitable for a game night.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with the base Stone Age game is needed due to added mechanics and options.
How does this compare to similar games?
It extends Stone Age's worker placement with jewelry crafting and trading, enriching the gameplay.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 13 and moderate complexity, it's more suited for experienced players than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of worker placement, dice rolling, and trading creates varied strategic choices.
Fazit
A worthwhile expansion for Stone Age fans looking to deepen gameplay with new mechanics. Requires the base game and some experience to fully enjoy the additional options.
