Cosmic Encounter

Designed by: Bill Eberle, Jack Kittredge, Bill Norton, Peter Olotka, Kevin Wilson
Players: 3-5
Published by: Fantasy Flight GamesArclightAsterion PressEdge EntertainmentGalaktaHeidelberger SpieleverlagHouse of Monks
Year Published: 2008
Recommended Ages: 12+
Time to Play: 120 minutes
Buy at CoolStuffInc.com Game Page at BoardGameGeek.com
Seal of Excellence
2008 Best Game Reprint Nominee

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Top 10 Hilarious Games

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Videos Featuring This Game

Reviewing Shelf 4D: Cosmic Encounter - The Quacks of Quedlinburg
Cosmic Encounter - Play Through
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Podcasts Featuring This Game

The Family Gamers: 96 – The Family Gamers Podcast – Top Games for Mom
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: Boards & Swords #20: Cosmic Encounter, Edge of the Empire, & Keranos Deck
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