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Agricola (Revised Edition) expansions

Base game: 1–4 players90 minLookout Games11 expansions checked
  1. #1 overall

    Artifex Deck

    Buy this first

    Reddit r/boardgames posters say start with decks A and B; Artifex and Bubulcus are the second halves of the A and B decks that the base game only samples.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

    Fixes: Adds variety; base game ships a curated subset of the A/B decks so repeat plays feel samey.

    Expansion1–4 playersAbout the same rules loadFine for any group
    DetailsBuy:Lookout Games
  2. #2 overall

    Bubulcus Deck

    Buy this first

    Same Reddit advice: A and B decks first; Bubulcus completes the B deck that the base game only samples.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

    Fixes: Adds variety; base game ships a curated subset of the A/B decks so repeat plays feel samey.

    Expansion1–4 playersAbout the same rules loadFine for any group
    DetailsBuy:Lookout Games
  3. #3 overall

    Corbarius Deck

    Worth it

    One Reddit poster found C/D designs 'not as good as A and B', but a commenter still recommended A, B, then C and D; Corbarius was used for 2020 tournaments.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

    Fixes: Adds variety; base game ships a curated subset of the A/B decks so repeat plays feel samey.

    Expansion1–4 playersAbout the same rules loadFine for any group
    DetailsBuy:Amazon
  4. #4 overall

    Dulcinaria Deck

    Worth it

    Reddit commenters say C and D decks are incomplete on their own; they put A, B, then C and D together as the recommended set.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

    Fixes: Adds variety; base game ships a curated subset of the A/B decks so repeat plays feel samey.

    Expansion1–4 playersAbout the same rules loadFine for any group
    DetailsBuy:Lookout Games
  5. #5 overall

    Consul Dirigens Deck

    Depends on your group

    Silver Duck (BGG) rated it 7/10: not essential unless you want to complete the C/D decks; Reddit commenter says it completes C and D. Mother/father cards are friendlier for new players.

    Get Corbarius Deck and Dulcinaria Deck first.

    Needs: Corbarius Deck and Dulcinaria Deck first

    Adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

    Fixes: Adds variety; base game ships a curated subset of the A/B decks so repeat plays feel samey.

    Expansion1–4 playersAbout the same rules loadFine for any groupPrice: Under $20
    DetailsBuy:Lookout Games
  6. #6 overall

    Farmers of the Moor

    Depends on your group

    Ameeple (BGG) says it makes the game harder, for fans wanting a challenge; Reddit calls it divisive, more setup/time, not an every-time expansion, hard to buy in the US.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: Fuel and peat-digging mechanics, new farm tiles; 153 cards, 55 fuel tokens.

    Fixes: Adds longer, harder play for fans wanting more challenge.

    Big box1–4 playersAdds more rulesBest for experienced groups
    DetailsBuy:AmazonLookout Games
  7. #7 overall

    5-6 Player Extension

    Most groups can skip

    Reddit commenters say Agricola is poor at 5-6 players and don't recommend the extension, suggesting Caverna or Nusfjord instead.

    Needs: Just the base game

    Adds: Components for 5-6 players.

    Fixes: Allows larger groups.

    More players5–6 playersAbout the same rules loadBest for casual groups
    DetailsBuy:Amazon

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Agricola (Revised Edition) expansions: quick answers

Which Agricola (Revised Edition) expansion should I buy first?

Artifex Deck. Reddit r/boardgames posters say start with decks A and B; Artifex and Bubulcus are the second halves of the A and B decks that the base game only samples.

Is Artifex Deck worth it?

Our verdict: buy this first. It adds: 120 cards (occupations + minor improvements).

Do I need Corbarius Deck and Dulcinaria Deck before Consul Dirigens Deck?

Yes. Consul Dirigens Deck needs Corbarius Deck and Dulcinaria Deck first.

Can I play Agricola (Revised Edition) with more players?

5-6 Player Extension extends it to 6 players. Our verdict: most groups can skip.

Artifex Deck or Bubulcus Deck: which first?

We’d buy Artifex Deck first. See the side-by-side comparison for what each adds and needs.

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Rankings are our editorial picks, built from the reviews linked on each expansion page. Last checked 2026-10-08.