Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 9.00. This game is for 1 to 5 players and was published in 2021. It's a Kickstarter Edition Everything Pledge for the Fantastic Factories Manufactions Board Game Expansion by Deep Water Games. It includes Fantastic Factories, Manufactions, Subterfuge, a Playmat, Promo Pack 1, Promo Pack 2, and Faction Promo Pack. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated.Fantastic Factories is a light strategy gateway game. It's easy to learn in just 5 minutes and plays in under an hour. It combines engine building and dice placement, offering high replay value with over 40 unique cards. It has a solo mode or can be played with up to 5 players simultaneously.The Manufactions expansion introduces new blueprints, contractors, vitamin resources, and corporate factions that give players special powers. Each faction provides a unique edge, changing how the game is played. Manufactions and Subterfuge aren't stand - alone and must be played with the original game. With high stakes, you can use subterfuge like corporate espionage to get ahead. Every pledge level comes with at least 4 promo blueprints, 2 contractors, and 2 factions. Promo Pack 1 from the first campaign is available as an add - on or in the 'Everything' tier. We at TheGameSteward are happy to back campaigns. A large part of your spending on this bundle will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. Contact us if you have any purchase questions or need game advice.
How to play: First, set up the game according to the instructions in the rulebook. Place the game board, cards, and tokens. Decide if you're playing solo or with 1 to 5 players. Each player chooses a corporate faction at the start, which gives unique powers. Then, take turns building your factory engines using dice placement and blueprints. Try to out - strategize your opponents or use subterfuge when needed. The game ends when the set conditions are met, like reaching a certain score or completing all blueprints.Things to note: Manufactions and Subterfuge expansions can't be played alone. They must be combined with the original Fantastic Factories game. Paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise.Maintenance tips: Keep the cards in a card protector to prevent wear and tear. Store the game in a dry place to avoid damage to the board and tokens. If the tokens get dirty, gently wipe them with a soft cloth.
