
- BGG rank
- BGG #8,884
- BGG rating
- 8.6
Deadzone: 2 player starter set (Third edition)
- 2 players
- 60–120 min
- Complexity 2.8/5
- 2021

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Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion is an expansion for Deadzone (Second Edition) released in 2016 for 1–2 players, 30–60 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Modular Board.
This exciting expansion features two new campaigns for Deadzone. One introduces solo-play - 'Artificial Stupidity' for a series of games against the Zombie hordes. The second campaign focuses around Nexus Psi and the hunt for the origins of the Plague outbreak. In addition, there are also two new Elite Army lists, introducing new leaders for the Plague and Enforcers - the mutated Dr. Gayle Simmonds and Enforcer Recon Pathfinder N32-19. This set contains: 1x Dr. Simmonds Exclusive metal model 10x Plague Zombies Nexus Psi Source Book 2x Urban Scenery A 1x Urban Scenery Accessories 1x Landing Pad Scenery B 1x Defense Line Scenery A 1x Defense Line Scenery B 1x Expansion Scenery A 1x Expansion Scenery B 1x Connectors
Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion supports 1–2 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 Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion is 30–60 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 Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion for ages 12 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.
Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion belongs to these categories: Wargame, Miniatures, and Science Fiction. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Modular Board. 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 catalogue lists Deadzone: Nexus Psi Expansion as an expansion for Deadzone (Second Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Deadzone (Second Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Deadzone (Second Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.