Fantasy Flight Games Cosmic Encounter

Q: Is this a different game than the Avalon Hill game with the same title?

Differences: The Avalon Hill version only supports up to 4 players. The Fantasy Flight version goes up to 5 in the base box (and up to 8 with expansions). The AH version has only 20 aliens, but the FFG version has 50 in the box. The AH version does not include flare cards, but the FFG has them for all 50 aliens. The FFG also comes with a variant called Technology, which is new to the game. There are also more components in the FFG version.

Q: Does this version have different rules or components from the FFG release whose cover has only the logo and nothing else?

The answer from Ryan is talking about the original edition from the 1970s. The answer to your actual question is, the second edition (parasite cover) is almost identical to the first FFG edition (no-alien cover) although they did tweak the texts on a very small number of aliens/cards. Basically they implemented about five errata listed in their FAQ.

Q: Isn't the retail actually $59.95 as indicated on Fatasy Flight's website?

Hello Joe,$59.95 is the publisher's suggested retail price. But, retailers are free to sell the game at any price they want (above or below that).-- Respectfully,Robert S. Solow, Ph.D.CLS GamesAtlanta's Board Game WarehouseLAND: (770) 966-8340CELL: (770) 310-2498

Q: Recommendations for my first expansion?

we recommend Conflict and Incursion. Have fun playing this game.

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⏳1-2 hour immersive gameplay

👾50 unique alien races

🚀100 detailed plastic ships

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Cosmic Encounter 4th Edition Board Game by Fantasy Flight Games - Classic Intergalactic Conquest Strategy Game for Kids and Adults, Ages 14+, 3-5 Players, 1-2 Hour Playtime

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Description

🌌 Own the cosmos, or watch it slip away!

TACTILE IMMERSION - 100 vibrant plastic ships bring the universe to life on your tabletop, making every move visually thrilling.
READY OUT OF THE BOX - No assembly or batteries needed—jump straight into the interstellar action.
MULTILINGUAL UNIVERSE - Supports Castilian, English, and Italian, connecting players across cultures for universal fun.
GALACTIC DOMINATION AWAITS - Command 50 distinct alien races and outwit your rivals in a cosmic battle for control.
STRATEGIC DEPTH MEETS SOCIAL FUN - Engage 3-5 players in 1 to 2 hours of dynamic, mind-bending gameplay that sharpens your strategic thinking.

Fantasy Flight Games' Cosmic Encounter is a captivating board game for 3 to 5 players, featuring 50 alien races and 100 plastic ships. With 1 to 2 hours of strategic gameplay, it challenges players to vie for control of the universe. Designed for ages 6 and up, it requires no assembly or batteries and supports multiple languages, making it a perfect blend of social interaction and tactical depth.

Specifications

Product Dimensions	29.21 x 6.99 x 29.21 cm; 1.76 kg
Manufacturer recommended age	6 years and up
Item model number	CE01
Educational Objective(s)	Develop strategic thinking and social interaction skills
Language:	Castilian, English, Italian
Number of Game Players	3-5
Number of Puzzle Pieces	1
Assembly Required	No
Batteries Required?	No
Batteries Included?	No
tech_spec_battery_description_toys	No batteries required.
Material Type(s)	Cardboard
Remote Control Included?	No
Color	Multicoloured
Release date	25 February 2009
Language	Castilian
ASIN	1589944968

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