{"product_id":"concordia-solitaria-expansion-solo-2-player-strategy-rio-grande-games","title":"Concordia Solitaria Expansion – Solo \u0026 2-Player Strategy | Rio Grande Games","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExpand Your Concordia Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcordia Solitaria expands the classic strategy game by adding a solo and 2-player expansion that introduces CONTRARIUS, a clever AI opponent who reacts to the cards you play. The result is a fresh, card-driven challenge that rewards planning, timing, and adaptation as you build routes, settlements, and wealth across your map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it changes the game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCard-driven reactions: the opponent’s moves and responses are shaped by the cards you choose, turning each decision into a meaningful test of foresight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible modes: choose solo play against CONTRARIUS or pair up for a cooperative 2-player experience with shared goals or individual challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to integrate: this expansion works on any Concordia map and with other Concordia expansions, so you can mix setups with your favorites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn solo play, you feel the pressure of a tight, ticking clock as you balance income, worker placement, and development while the AI adapts to your strategy. In 2-player mode, teamwork adds a new layer of coordination and timing, as allies share intent and coordinate routes and trades to outpace the opponent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGameplay length and components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpect sessions that range from 45 to 90 minutes, depending on map size and player pace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe box contains 77 pieces: 4 dice, 72 cards, and 1 rule book, all designed for smooth setup and play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup, compatibility, and tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRequires the base Concordia or Concordia Venus to play, ensuring you can slot Solitaria into your existing library seamlessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with any map and most expansions, letting you tailor your experience to your group’s preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy players choose Concordia Solitaria\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expansion adds replayability and fresh decision-making without changing the core mechanics you already enjoy. It invites careful planning, moment-to-moment reactions, and strategic resource management, all while maintaining the elegant pace and tactile feel of Concordia. Consider it a set of new challenges that can be mixed into your preferred maps and expansions, offering possibilities rather than guarantees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Concordia Solitaria Expansion?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A solo and 2-player expansion for Concordia that introduces an AI opponent whose reactions depend on your card plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What do I need to play?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: You need the base Concordia or Concordia Venus to play; the expansion includes 77 pieces for setup (dice, cards, rule book).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52905908666592,"sku":"B09RQ6BQ6R","price":58.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.carouselstore.co.uk\/products\/concordia-solitaria-expansion-solo-2-player-strategy-rio-grande-games","provider":"Carousel Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}