Is this a different game than the Avalon Hill game with the same title?

Differences: The Avalon Hill version only supports up to 4 players. The Fantasy Flight version goes up to 5 in the base box (and up to 8 with expansions). The AH version has only 20 aliens, but the FFG version has 50 in the box. The AH version does not include flare cards, but the FFG has them for all 50 aliens. The FFG also comes with a variant called Technology, which is new to the game. There are also more components in the FFG version.

Does this version have different rules or components from the FFG release whose cover has only the logo and nothing else?

The answer from Ryan is talking about the original edition from the 1970s. The answer to your actual question is, the second edition (parasite cover) is almost identical to the first FFG edition (no-alien cover) although they did tweak the texts on a very small number of aliens/cards. Basically they implemented about five errata listed in their FAQ.

Isn't the retail actually $59.95 as indicated on Fatasy Flight's website?

Hello Joe,$59.95 is the publisher's suggested retail price. But, retailers are free to sell the game at any price they want (above or below that).-- Respectfully,Robert S. Solow, Ph.D.CLS GamesAtlanta's Board Game WarehouseLAND: (770) 966-8340CELL: (770) 310-2498

Recommendations for my first expansion?

we recommend Conflict and Incursion. Have fun playing this game.

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🌌 Own the galaxy before your friends do!

NO SETUP HASSLE JUST PLAY - Ready to launch right out of the box—no batteries or assembly required, just pure cosmic conquest.
INTERGALACTIC STRATEGY MASTERY - Command 50 distinct alien races and outwit your rivals in a cosmic battle for universal dominance.
SKILL BUILDING FUN FOR ALL AGES - Designed for ages 14+, this game sharpens strategic thinking and social interaction skills.
IMMERSIVE MULTIPLAYER EXPERIENCE - Engage 3 to 5 players in fast-paced, 1-2 hour sessions that keep every moment thrilling.
TACTILE HIGH QUALITY COMPONENTS - Featuring 100 vibrant plastic ships and a multicolored board that bring the galaxy to life on your table.

Cosmic Encounter 4th Edition is a classic strategy board game by Fantasy Flight Games that invites 3-5 players aged 14 and up to compete for control of the universe. Featuring 50 alien races and 100 plastic ships, it offers 1-2 hours of immersive, skill-building gameplay with no setup or batteries needed.

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Product Dimensions	7.4 x 29.6 x 29.6 cm; 1.76 kg
Manufacturer recommended age	6 years and up
Item model number	CE01
Educational Objective(s)	Develop strategic thinking and social interaction skills
Language:	Castilian, English, Italian
Number of Game Players	3-5
Number of Puzzle Pieces	1
Assembly Required	No
Batteries Required?	No
Batteries Included?	No
tech_spec_battery_description_toys	No batteries required.
Material Type(s)	Cardboard
Remote Control Included?	No
Color	Multicoloured
Release date	25 February 2009
Language	Castilian
ASIN	1589944968

Cosmic Encounter 4th Edition Board Game by Fantasy Flight Games - Classic Intergalactic Conquest Strategy Game for Kids and Adults, Ages 14+, 3-5 Players, 1-2 Hour Playtime

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