Space is a vast place, and humanity’s goal is to explore it and uncover its secrets. But it is not always so plain and simple; various unknown dangers lurk in the cold and the darkness.
You and your team have been sent through hyperspace to a distant, unexplored part of the galaxy to reveal its mysteries. The spacecraft will map the entire sector in ten minutes. However, a lot can go wrong in ten minutes. You and the rest of the crew must defend the ship from all threats until the end of the mission. If you are successful, your ship will return with invaluable information about that part of space.
But if you fail... well, no big deal—it’s just time to find a new crew.

Awards and Honors:
2009 Spiel des Jahres "New Worlds Game" Winner
2009 Spiel der Spiele Hit mit Freunden Recommended
2009 JoTa Highlights of the Year Nominee
2009 JoTa Highlights of the Year Critic Award
2009 International Gamers Awards - General Strategy; Multi-player Nominee
2009 Golden Geek Most Innovative Board Game Winner
2009 Golden Geek Most Innovative Board Game Nominee
2009 Golden Geek Best Party Board Game Nominee
2009 Golden Geek Best Gamers' Board Game Nominee
2009 Golden Geek Best Board Game Artwork/Presentation Nominee
2008 Meeples Choice Award Nominee