Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy

A game of Eclipse places you in control of a vast interstellar civilization, competing for success with its rivals. You explore new star systems, research technologies, and build spaceships with which to wage war. There are many potential paths to victory, so you need to plan your strategy according to the strengths and weaknesses of your species, while paying attention to the other civilizations' endeavours. Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy is a revised and upgraded version of the Eclipse base game that debuted in 2011 that features: New graphic design, while maintaining the acclaimed symbology of the first edition An introductory short story by award-winning science fiction novelist Johanna Sinisalo, providing rich background for the world of Eclipse A full line of Ship Pack 1 miniatures New miniatures for ancients, GCDS, orbitals, and more Custom plastic inlays Custom combat dice Fine-tuned gameplay.•Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy is a revised and upgraded version of the Eclipse base game that debuted in 2011 featuring a new gaphic design, custom plastic inlays, Custom combat dice and fine-tune gameplay, full line of Ship Pack 1 miniatures, new miniatures for ancients, FCDS, orbitals and more•A game of Eclipse places you in control of a vast interstellar civilization, competing for success with its rivals. You explore new star systems, research technologies, and build spaceships with which to wage war•This new edition features new components and thoughtfully revised content, incorporating material from former expansions to create the best possible updated version of the game•Eclipse is a "4X" game where players will command a human or alien species that explores, expands, exploits, and exterminates their way to victory. Over 8 rounds, each player will select actions to achieve their goals, carefully managing resources, engaging in epic battles with one another and the Ancients that lie in wait. Only one will guide the galaxy toward the second dawn•2-6 Players | Ages 14+ | 60-200 Minutes Playing Time