SETI: Space Agencies

SETI: Space Agencies is an expansion for the board game SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, focusing on the theme of competing space agencies in the search for extraterrestrial life. Players take on the roles of leaders of diverse organizations, each possessing unique strengths, weaknesses, and starting conditions, influencing their approach to research and discovery. The expansion introduces new alien species and project cards based on real-world scientific endeavors, significantly increasing strategic depth and replayability. This results in a richer, more nuanced experience within the established framework of the original game. Gameplay involves managing resources, conducting research, and strategically deploying actions to locate and analyze alien signals. The expansion introduces asymmetric gameplay through unique agency abilities, impacting resource management and strategic options. The inclusion of “Quick Start” cards streamlines the opening phases, particularly for lower player counts. Additionally, signal tokens are incorporated as a new mechanic, affecting the efficiency of scanning for extraterrestrial intelligence. The expansion seamlessly integrates these new elements with existing game mechanics, enhancing the overall strategic complexity while remaining consistent with the core gameplay loop of the base game.