Gear up and grab your oxygen tank! Stonemaier Games has just revealed the details for the latest expansion to its aquatic hit: Finspan: Sharks & Reefs. If you thought you had explored every corner of the blue, get ready for depths that are much more vibrant—and a little more dangerous.
Dive Deep into Coral Reefs
This expansion does more than just add a few cards; it transforms your gameplay experience by introducing coral reef habitats. Players can now nurture these colorful ecosystems in each of their ocean’s three dive sites.
A healthy reef isn’t just for show: it enables you to play powerful reef fish, unlock unique abilities, and score significant bonuses at the end of the game.
Sharks: The New Apex Predators
The other side of this expansion focuses on sharks. These fearsome creatures bring a brand-new dynamic to your board:
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Scattering: Sharks scatter schools of young to help form even more schools elsewhere.
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Scrap Feeding: They leave behind food scraps that any fish in your ocean can consume, creating a more interconnected ecosystem.
What’s in the Box?
The components follow the high-quality standard the publisher is known for, with a specific focus on organized storage:
| Component | Quantity / Details |
| Fish Cards | 75 cards + 5 starter fish cards (57x87mm) |
| Coral Tokens | 90 beautiful wooden pieces |
| Reef Mats | 5 overlay mats for your ocean boards |
| Rulebooks | 2 (Multiplayer and Solo modes) |
| Organizer | 1 organizer tray included |
Pro Tip: The folding box includes a card tray designed to hold both current and future cards and tokens, fitting perfectly next to the original tray.
Technical Specifications
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Designer: Michael O’Connell
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Developer: David Gordon
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Artists: Ana María Martínez, Catalina Martínez, & Mesa Schumacher
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Players: 1–5
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Game Length: 45–60 minutes
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Complexity: Light Game Weight
Please Note: The Finspan core game is required to play this expansion. Media coverage and reviews are set to launch starting April 27.
If you are a marine life enthusiast, you can even influence the future of the series by suggesting your favorite aquatic animal via the official form provided by the creators.
Are you ready to swim with the sharks?
