{"product_id":"space-empires-replicators","title":"Space Empires: Replicators (PRE-ORDER)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpace Empires: Replicators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is the second expansion for Space Empires, introducing a wealth of new content that deepens strategy and replayability—without adding extra playtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt its heart are the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReplicators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, self-replicating Von Neumann machines that function as a completely unique empire. They can be used as a fifth player, a co-op or solo opponent, or as a simplified teaching faction, offering a very different playstyle with their own mechanics for growth, research, and combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe expansion also enriches the game world with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterrain tiles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, replacing exploration markers with planets, nebulae, and asteroid fields for a more immersive and spacious map. A new \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eResource Deck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e adds unpredictability, with cards that influence battles, economy, and exploration, forcing players to adapt their strategies on the fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFurther expanding the universe, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enew deep space terrain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e introduces fresh scenarios and challenges, while \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eadvanced ships and technologies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e open up powerful mid-to-late game options, including Battle Carriers, Advanced Destroyers, and Raiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith additional counters, new empire advantages, and fully developed \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esolitaire rules\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for playing against the Replicators, this expansion significantly broadens the scope of Space Empires—adding variety, flexibility, and new tactical layers to every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e2nd Printing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GMT Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55506053955960,"sku":"GMT171725","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2003\/4581\/files\/SE_Replicators_1.png?v=1773921612","url":"https:\/\/thirstymeeples.co.uk\/products\/space-empires-replicators","provider":"Thirsty Meeples","version":"1.0","type":"link"}