Limited Player Knowledge
Beginners often struggle to understand cosmic encounter’s vast array of aliens and powers. To mitigate this, play a few trial games, using only a small subset of aliens. As players gain familiarity, gradually introduce more aliens to enhance strategic depth.
Prolonged Gameplay
Cosmic encounter games can sometimes drag on for too long, leading to player fatigue. To expedite gameplay, establish a time limit for each player’s turn. Additionally, encourage players to optimize their strategies to reduce downtime.
Unbalanced Alliances
In cosmic encounter, alliances can quickly become unbalanced, with one player dominating the game. To ensure fairer gameplay, consider using a diplomacy variant that limits the number of alliances a player can form. This forces players to consider their diplomatic options more carefully.
