
- BGG rating
- 8.0
Exodus: Edge of Extinction – Kickstarter Limited Action Cards
- 1–6 players
- 120 min
- 2015

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Exodus: Edge of Extinction is an expansion for Exodus: Proxima Centauri released in 2015 for 1–6 players, 120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Andrei Novac and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Auction / Bidding, and Area Movement.
Exodus: Edge of Extinction is the first expansion of Exodus: Proxima Centauri (revised edition). The original Exodus: Proxima Centauri was a distinguishable entry among other 4X games of the new wave, leaving its unique mark on the gaming world. With a game play focused on high-octane conflict fueled by raging war and cutthroat politics, it also introduced players to a rich science fiction setting, with its own back story and its own secrets. Exodus: Edge of Extinction expands both the gaming and the narrative aspect of Exodus: Proxima Centauri into an even more epic space strategy empire building game. Exodus: Edge of Extinction represents the next chapter of an immersive story in which the remnants of humanity go to war against each other over a system they believe to be Proxima Centauri. Each player leads one of six unique factions with their own histories, strengths, unique special abilities and a set of new, exclusive technologies. Exodus: Edge of Extinction also brings larger fleets, custom action cards and completely new mechanisms like the Combat Cards, adding a whole new layer to the spectrum of strategies already available in the base game.
Exodus: Edge of Extinction supports 1–6 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 Exodus: Edge of Extinction is 120 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 Exodus: Edge of Extinction for ages 14 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.
Exodus: Edge of Extinction has a complexity rating of 3.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Exodus: Edge of Extinction belongs to these categories: Science Fiction, Expansion for Base-game, and Civilization. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Auction / Bidding, and Area Movement. 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 Exodus: Edge of Extinction are: Andrei Novac. 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 Exodus: Edge of Extinction as an expansion for Exodus: Proxima Centauri. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Exodus: Proxima Centauri to use it. Check that your edition of Exodus: Proxima Centauri is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.