Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy is an improved and updated version of the original Eclipse base game that first came out in 2011. In this game, you get to take charge of a huge interstellar civilization. You'll explore new star systems, research advanced technologies, and build powerful spaceships to fight wars. There are multiple ways to win, so you need to plan your strategy based on your species' strengths and weaknesses while keeping an eye on what other civilizations are up to. Eclipse is a '4X' game where players lead a human or alien species to explore, expand, exploit resources, and eliminate rivals on the path to victory. Over 8 rounds, each player will choose actions to reach their goals, carefully manage resources, and engage in epic battles with each other and the mysterious Ancients. Only one player will guide the galaxy to its second dawn. This new edition comes with new game components and well - thought - out revised content. It combines materials from previous expansions to create the best possible updated version of the game. The package includes various miniatures like 108 player ship miniatures, 1 galactic center defense system miniature, 14 ancient ship miniatures, 4 guardian miniatures, 12 orbital miniatures, and 10 monolith miniatures. It also has 210 acrylic cubes, 96 acrylic discs, 24 dice, 18 storage markers, 1 round marker, 1 black reputation tile bag, 1 white tech tile bag, 54 sector hexes, 114 tech tiles, 282 ship part tiles, 36 discovery tiles, 24 colony ship tiles, 6 blueprint tiles, and 33 reputation tiles. The game has a board game theme, is suitable for ages 14 and up, can be played by 2 to 6 players, and takes about 45 minutes to play.
To start playing Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy, first, set up the game board using the sector hexes. Put the miniatures, tiles, and cubes in their appropriate places according to the setup guide. Each player chooses a human or alien species to control. Over 8 rounds, take turns selecting actions to explore star systems, expand your civilization, exploit resources, and fight battles. When researching technologies, pick the tech tiles that fit your strategy. To build spaceships, use the ship part tiles. In battles, roll the dice to determine the outcome. Remember, plan your moves based on your species' strengths and keep an eye on what other players are doing. Keep the game components in a dry and clean place to avoid damage. When not in use, store the tiles and miniatures in the provided bags and boxes to keep them organized. If the dice or acrylic pieces get dirty, you can gently clean them with a soft cloth. Enjoy your journey to guide the galaxy to its second dawn!
