Do you have to have On the Brink in addition to the 2nd edition Pandemic game to play this?
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In the Lab does not require On the Brink for the main component of the expansion, which is the lab board. ITL expands on some elements of OTB, but do not let that dissuade you from picking it up first. What you can use with the base Pandemic game: - 5 new roles (1 is an updated OTB role so you don't get a colored pawn for this but it's close to the liaison color) - 3 new events - the lab board and sequence cards - 4 new shiny cure vials (the fifth is purple) - the solo CDC role - team gameplay including new research stations, goals, awards, etc. What you cannot use: - 2 new virulent strain cards - 12 additional purple cubes - 2 mutation cards - the game box tray is designed to hold the petri dishes from OTB As you can see the bulk of the expansion is fully compatible. Fully. I own the base Pandemic and ITL. I'm waiting for the October reprint of OTB and you can bet I'll have a copy ordered because it has great content as well. You do however, need the 2nd edition of Pandemic, or have purchased the compatibility pack from Z-man games if you have the first printing of the game. ITL is a solid expansion and really adds depth and complexity to the game. Worth the purchase before, after, or without OTB...
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Hi, Ryan. Z-Man sells a $10 Replacement Deck direct to the consumer. It can be found on their website and has Product ID # ZMG71191 with UPC 681706711911. That will make the first edition game compatible with all new second edition expansions including On the Brink and the upcoming In The Lab Expansions. Dave Boardgames 4 Us
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Sorry I no longer have mine so unable to check, it is a pretty good game so wish you well.
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No... You dont need the base game.. You may use the Intrigue as an expansion though
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Yes you can. But make sure at least have the latest version. Though I would not buy this game. Trust me 1 barely die 2 need to buy things to get hats 3 finish to quick 4 character needs to rest 5 just a scam. Yet if you bought it try to make it last and get a lot. You will waste your money so fast. BAD GAME
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yes! it's definitely a good 2-player game, though I enjoy it more with 3-4. If I can make a recommendation for another one as well then check out Citadels. Citadels is great with 2-4 players as well, and though it isn't co-op I really enjoy it. Additionally, Pandemic is an excellent choice of boardgames for a 2-player game as well and is co-op.
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No, but soon will be. The next expansion is expected to make it two player, possibly with fun cannibalism options! Whether this expansion will be sold separately or not is probably worth waiting a couple weeks to find out.
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I am hoooked on Warlords game. Civ iii & iV Complete Edition will play with out a disk. find a source to download the program from and have at it.
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How about hinterlands? Any thought on that? I'm thinking of picking up Prosperity as the second one. Not sure if I'm ready for the Seaside complexity, and I don't need the extra base game, so unless the rest of intrigue is awesome...
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Yes, you can. You can even play by yourself if you so choose. Their are some rules that change slightly depending on the number of players, i.e. monsters in the 'Outskirts' and how many gates have to be closed, but all those rules are in the book.
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I think I have the second edition Plus the factions expansion I think they are out with a fourth edition this year and a new expansion is coming out DEC this year. I don't think the faction expansion is worth it I hardly ever play it. If you need more info go to www.boardgamegeek.com
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I don't think. you need at least one player and one overlord (a second player)
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It is possible. The instructions include directions for an "expert" variant for 2 players. The instructions recommend that you play a few times with 3-7 players before trying the 2 player version. I haven't tried it with 2 players, so I have no idea how it compares to the normal 3-7 player game.
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The expansions aren't big enough to play with alone. You need the main game. These are designed to be an add-on
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The second edition has a larger board with more territories, and a somewhat more complex rule set. It is designed for a more advanced gamer, and removes some of tha advantages the Allies had in the 1st edition game.
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Yes. My girlfriend and I like playing it because it is quick to learn and can be played in about 30-40 minutes. If you like Forbidden Island and want to advance to another, more complex co-operative game, then I recommend Pandemic. Pandemic and Forbidden Island have the same creator and are both very fun games.
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no it is the same amount as the last expansion "on the brink" but you can play in teams if that helps with your dilemma