Nice to Know! Cosmos 2026

Nice to Know! Cosmos invites players to journey through the universe, exploring stars, planets, moons, galaxies, black holes, asteroids, and nebulae. The theme captures the wonder of space travel and the thrill of discovery, blending real scientific knowledge with strategic gameplay. It is both a competition and a voyage across the vast cosmos.

The game unfolds over four structured phases. Players bid for turn order, choose their telescope, and then take actions such as Research, Contribution, Reorient, or Pass. Through these actions, they collect Cosmos Cards, complete Missions, and advance on different tracks. Agenda and Secret cards create hidden objectives, while Concession cards add unique conditions, ensuring that no two rounds feel the same.

The goal is to balance knowledge and strategy: managing limited resources, advancing your research, and fulfilling missions before your rivals. Every decision, whether to push forward in research, claim a concession, or pivot toward new cosmic opportunities, brings players closer to victory.

Nice to Know: Cosmos combines fast-paced turns, immersive missions, and a strong thematic atmosphere, letting players feel the vastness of the universe while competing to become the most accomplished Astronomer.

—description from the publisher