Quick answer

If you don't already own The Siblings Trouble, buy the Expanded Deluxe Edition. It includes the full base game plus the Chance and Destiny Expansion for $33.29, which is less than buying the expansion separately at $20.99. If you already own the 1st edition base game, the expansion alone gives you the same new content for less money.

What the Expanded Deluxe Edition adds

The Expanded Deluxe Edition is the base game and the Chance and Destiny Expansion in one box. The expansion content is already included, so you don't need to buy it separately. The new material covers a new character, Chance, with a token and die; a new play mode called Destiny with a Destiny Deck and coin; 13 cards for the Museum of Mystery; 13 cards for the Spooky Old House; and 3 new location cards plus 1 boss card.

The base game supports 2-5 players, runs about 30 minutes, and is rated ages 12 and up. It boils down RPG elements like storytelling, exploration, discovery, treasure, and encounters into a single session. The Expanded Deluxe Edition keeps those same player counts and play time.

Expanded Deluxe Edition vs the Chance and Destiny Expansion

The two products overlap. The Chance and Destiny Expansion is for the 1st edition of The Siblings Trouble, and all of its content is already included in the Expanded Deluxe Edition. If you own the 1st edition base game, the expansion is the cheaper way to add the new character, Destiny mode, and the extra cards. If you don't own any version, the Expanded Deluxe Edition is the better value because it gives you the complete game in one purchase.

The expansion lists at $20.99, while the Expanded Deluxe Edition is $33.29. That's a $12.30 difference for the full base game plus the expansion content, which makes the deluxe edition the clear starting point for new players.

A limited companion for collectors

The Limited Edition Deluxe Red Hanafuda Deck is a separate product, not part of The Siblings Trouble. It's a 1-2 player, 30-minute card game for ages 14 and up, featuring 12 monthly sets with seasonal flora and fauna artwork by Vincent. Fewer than 250 copies were produced, and it's only available while supplies last. If you want a compact two-player card game with a small print run, it's worth a look, but it won't change your Siblings Trouble experience.

Trade-offs to weigh

  • New players: The Expanded Deluxe Edition gives you the base game and all expansion content for $33.29. Buying the base game and expansion separately would cost more and may require finding both. Best value if you own nothing yet.
  • Existing 1st edition owners: If you already have the 1st edition base game, the Chance and Destiny Expansion at $20.99 adds the new character, mode, and cards without duplicating what you own. Buy the expansion alone unless you want a second copy of the base game.
  • Collectors and two-player households: The Limited Edition Deluxe Red Hanafuda Deck is a separate 1-2 player game with under 250 copies made. It won't expand The Siblings Trouble, but it's a distinct limited item. Only pursue it if you want a small-run hanafuda deck, not more Siblings Trouble content.

Product facts

  • The Siblings Trouble: Expanded Deluxe Edition: Players: 2-5; Playing Time: 30 min; Ages: 12+; includes the base game and the Chance and Destiny Expansion content. One purchase covers the full experience for a typical game night group.
  • The Siblings Trouble: Chance and Destiny Expansion: Expansion for the 1st edition; all content is already included in The Siblings Trouble: Expanded Deluxe Edition; includes new character Chance, Destiny mode, 13 Museum of Mystery cards, 13 Spooky Old House cards, 3 location cards, and 1 boss card. Owners of the 1st edition base game can add the same new content without rebuying the base game.
  • Limited Edition Deluxe Red Hanafuda Deck: Limited edition red Deluxe Hanafuda Deck; under 250 copies produced; Players: 1-2; Playing Time: 30 min; Ages: 14+; 12 monthly sets with seasonal flora and fauna artwork by Vincent. A separate small-run card game for collectors, not an expansion to The Siblings Trouble.

Who should buy which

Best for

  • New players who want the complete Siblings Trouble experience in one box
  • Groups of 2-5 who enjoy 30-minute storytelling and exploration games
  • Existing 1st edition owners who want the new Chance character and Destiny mode

Not for

  • Players who already own the Expanded Deluxe Edition and want more content
  • Shoppers looking for a competitive strategy game with no storytelling
  • Anyone expecting the Limited Edition Red Hanafuda Deck to be an expansion