Cosmic Encounter - Gameplay & Discussion

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Today we'll see which alien race can build the most powerful galactic empire and control the universe in Cosmic Encounter! In this series you'll be joining our group of friends for a post-game discussion of our favorite games. We'll be highlighting exciting moments from the game and cutting to replays during our discussion. Questions or Comments? Feel free to contact me at info@bgreplay (dot) com or in the comments below! Music Credits - "Prelude and Action" - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Follow us on Twitter at @boardgamereplay https://twitter.com/boardgamereplay Check out our Facebook page for updates and info in between video uploads! https://www.facebook.com/boardgamereplay If you like what you see, we'd love for you to give us a vote on Board Game Links! http://www.boardgamelinks.com/links/details/1940 Thanks so much! INDEX 00:00 - Introduction 00:35 - Game and Rules Overview 11:28 - Titles and Game Play Montage 11:59 - Main Discussion Begins / Winner 12:31 - Replay #1 "Cosmic Quake" 13:07 - Cam "almost winning" 13:50 - Replay #2 "Last turn of the game" 15:30 - Game Strategies 16:03 - Jeremy's "Loser" Race 16:35 - Replay #3 - "Jeremy as the Loser" 17:50 - Races Clashing 18:15 - Isaac's "Siren" Race 19:49 - Matt's "Grudge" Race 20:24 - Cam's "Animal" Race 21:07 - Losing an Encounter on Purpose 21:22 - Replay #4 - Cam Throws His Encounter 22:00 - Loser Flare Card 22:34 - James' "Oracle" Race 23:41 - Having No Attack Cards 24:20 - Game Thoughts and Race Combos 25:55 - Expansion Notes / Reward Deck 26:50 - Game Length and Basic Strategy 27:45 - Optimal Player Count 29:29 - Replay Value 30:21 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Game