Quick Answer
Set up StarDriven Gateway Solar Flare Deluxe by replacing the base game's punchboard components with the deluxe tokens and adding the new Solar Flare event deck. For solo play, use the included solo rules card and the Automa opponent deck.
What the Deluxe Upgrade Changes
The Solar Flare Deluxe upgrade replaces the cardboard tokens from the base StarDriven: Gateway game with thicker, more tactile components. It also adds a new Solar Flare event deck that introduces random solar events that can shift the game state. The solo play mode is handled by a dedicated Automa deck that simulates an opponent without adding complex AI rules.
Before You Start: Check Your Components
The Standard option (SKU RMA403) includes the deluxe tokens and event deck but not the metal coins or neoprene mat found in the full deluxe edition. Make sure you have the base StarDriven: Gateway game ready, as the upgrade does not include the core rulebook, map board, or player pieces.
Step-by-Step Setup and Solo Play Guide
- 1. Replace Base Game Tokens: Open the base StarDriven: Gateway box and remove all cardboard punchboard tokens. Replace them with the deluxe tokens from the Solar Flare Deluxe upgrade. These are thicker and have a textured finish for easier handling. Common mistake: forgetting to remove the old tokens can lead to confusion during play. Double-check that no base tokens remain in the supply.
- 2. Add the Solar Flare Event Deck: Shuffle the Solar Flare event deck (included in the upgrade) and place it face down next to the main game board. During the game, draw one event card at the start of each round and resolve its effect. Events can boost or hinder all players equally. Checkpoint: some events refer to specific locations on the board. Have the base game rulebook handy for location references if needed.
- 3. Set Up Solo Mode: Take the solo rules card and the Automa opponent deck from the upgrade. Follow the solo rules card to set up the Automa's starting position and resources. The Automa deck determines its actions each turn without needing a human player to make decisions. Common mistake: not reading the solo rules card thoroughly before starting. The Automa has unique movement and attack patterns that differ from a human opponent.
- 4. Begin the First Round: Draw the first Solar Flare event card and resolve it. Then take your turn as normal, using the deluxe tokens for resource tracking. After your turn, draw a card from the Automa deck and execute its instructions. Continue until the game end condition is met. Checkpoint: the Automa deck includes cards that trigger event effects. If an Automa card says 'Solar Flare', do not draw a separate event card that round.
Product Facts
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StarDriven: Gateway - Solar Flare Deluxe: StarDriven: Gateway - Solar Flare Deluxe is a deluxe upgrade for StarDriven: Gateway, published by Rock Manor Games. This listing is for the Standard option, SKU RMA403. If you already own the base game, this upgrade gives you premium tokens and a new event deck without buying a full new game.
StarDriven: Gateway - Solar Flare Deluxe
