
- BGG rank
- BGG #7,876
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Party Alias
- 4–24 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 2009

Rules assistance for Alias: Extra Cards 2
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Alias: Extra Cards 2 is an expansion for Alias released in 2004 for 4–12 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Mikko Koivusalo and its main mechanics are Race, Point to Point Movement, and Team-Based Game.
Second expansion for popular game Alias. This expansion adds 200 new cards for the game Alias, but this time the cards are for the new version of the classic Alias, which have both sides, one with 4 words, one with 8 words. These cards only go for the new version of the Alias.
Alias: Extra Cards 2 supports 4–12 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Alias: Extra Cards 2 is 45 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Alias: Extra Cards 2 for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Alias: Extra Cards 2 belongs to these categories: Word Game, Party Game, and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Race, Point to Point Movement, and Team-Based Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Alias: Extra Cards 2 are: Mikko Koivusalo. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Alias: Extra Cards 2 as an expansion for Alias. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Alias to use it. Check that your edition of Alias is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.