Is the 2nd edition identical to the 1st edition but a different box? Or are the stories and room tiles different at all?
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In addition to what others have said, the first edition had a lot more monster tokens, while the second edition had fewer, but more generic tokens. IMO, this was an improvement.
590569
From watching Betrayal played online, it looks like the Room tiles are the same, but the character tiles are made of something different in 1st addition. Other than that, everything appears to be the same.
590570
The second edition actually fixes some of the random issues with logical inconsistencies (in the first edition you could have a lake on the second floor), and it clarifies some of the scenarios while adding and removing a few of them. You can visit Board Game Geek's forum for more information here: http://boardgamegeek.com/thread/996123/difference-between-1st-and-2nd-editions-betrayal-h
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I have not owned the first edition of the game, but from what I understand after a lot of research before I purchased was that it is basically the same game. Some inconsistencies were corrected and the characters were designed slightly differently, but it is basically the exact same game. Just updated slightly.
20161
I just received the 2nd edition. This includes the new 4th edition compatible colonies.
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Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has free shipping. Hope this helps. Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has... » Read More Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has free shipping. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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As in if they're first edition? No, the cards have the exact same set list as first edition except there's no "1st Edition" text on the bottom left part of card art. You will get the same cards you would have from the first printing, but people pay more for it.
663003
Do you know which one is the first version, I'm a bit confused for what I have read online. /:
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There are only two English versions that exist: the first edition published by Nexus, and the second edition published by Fantasy Flight Games. Chances are that anyone calling it a deluxe edition is referring to the 2nd. And if you're buying the game new, it's almost certainly the same [2nd] edition. The differences between the two are the 2nd has better components, better rules, and is readily available for purchase.
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The 4th edition is only different from the 1st-3rd in appearance, the rules are the same, but for example, one edition has sea tiles instead of borders.This is the basic, original game with a board extension for extra players, which is nice. The other "editions" are variations which simplify the game (family, junior) or change it up completely (Star Trek Catan) - probably not good starting points unless kids or complete trekkies are involved. Then there are expansions which require the core game (seafarers, cities & knights, traders & barbarians, explorers & pirates) and also have their own extension expansions.So yeah, just start with the core + extension. The 4th edition is only different from the 1st-3rd in appearance, the rules are the same, but for example, one edition has sea tiles instead of borders.This is the basic, original game with a board extension for extra players, which is nice. The other "editions" are variations which simplify the game (family, junior) or change it up completely (Star Trek Catan) - probably not good starting points unless kids or complete trekkies are involved. Then there are expansions which require the core game (seafarers, cities & knights, traders & barbarians, explorers & pirates)... » Read More The 4th edition is only different from the 1st-3rd in appearance, the rules are the same, but for example, one edition has sea tiles instead of borders.This is the basic, original game with a board extension for extra players, which is nice. The other "editions" are variations which simplify the game (family, junior) or change it up completely (Star Trek Catan) - probably not good starting points unless kids or complete trekkies are involved. Then there are expansions which require the core game (seafarers, cities & knights, traders & barbarians, explorers & pirates) and also have their own extension expansions.So yeah, just start with the core + extension. « Show Less
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Ive played both versions and yes I definitely recommend buying the new one... Its a good addition to the old ones, plus a good updated list for the words they've kept which is good so young kids could relate to.
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I don't know for sure, there is nothing that says what edition but all of the series for Settlers of Catan and the Seafarers start with a "3" so maybe that means 3rd edition. I'm sorry I'm not much help on this.
947733
No you can't . The 2nd edition cards have a different look to them. If you go to zman games they have a conversion card set. To make the first edition base set compatible with the 2nd edition OTB. and vis versa. It runs I think $20.00 it adds the 2 new role cards that are added to the 2nd edition base set and the new card look.
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Yes they are. In my humble opinion, I feel that the first edition cards are harder. Hope that helps!
1199429
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.
1835315
The box pictured here looks like version 1, I've got the reprint by Decision Games.
764298
Every vendor is probably going to have different copies of the game. It is most likely the fourth edition but you would have to ask the individual sellers not those who have already bought it.
825606
I don't see anything other than the box size different. If you look how the pieces are stacked in the box, you will see what I mean. Both have 10 puzzle boards (5 - 2 sided boards). The less expensive one will do just fine, that's what we have for our daughter and she loves it. My daughter absolutely loves puzzles though, so I don't know if my opinion will help when talking about puzzles! We have puzzles (panorama) that adults can't do and she does them....If your child likes puzzles, your child will enjoy this one!
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This edition is a stand alone game that has the entire world on the board. The pacific 2nd edition is half the globe which focuses on the pacific campaign of WWII. Axis and Allies Europe 2nd edition matches up to Pacific 2nd Edition though.
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my version has several languages on it. Inside are six different rule books in various languages. IDK if it was made any different than that