What the 2-Pack Bundle Includes
The Crew 2-Pack Bundle brings together two cooperative trick-taking card games: The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine and The Crew: Mission Deep Sea. Both games share the same core mechanic—players must work together to win specific tricks under strict communication limits—but each offers a distinct adventure. The bundle is a single purchase that gives you two full games, each with its own set of missions and theme.
How the Two Games Differ
The Quest For Planet Nine sends your crew on a space mission to discover a mysterious planet at the edge of the solar system. You will face 50 different missions, each requiring careful teamwork and limited communication. Mission Deep Sea, the follow-up, takes your search underwater to find the lost continent of Mu. It introduces new surprises and a salvage option when things don't go as planned. Both games are designed for 3-5 players and play in about 20 minutes per session.
Key Differences at a Glance
While both titles use the same award-winning cooperative trick-taking system, the setting and mission structure differ. The Quest For Planet Nine is the original game that won the Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020 award. Mission Deep Sea builds on that foundation with new mechanics that allow players to salvage a mission if they stumble, adding a layer of forgiveness. For groups new to the series, starting with Planet Nine may be simpler; for those who already enjoy the system, Mission Deep Sea offers fresh challenges.
- Theme: Space exploration vs. deep-sea search for Mu
- Missions: 50 missions in Planet Nine; an unspecified number in Mission Deep Sea, but with a salvage mechanic
- Awards: Planet Nine won Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020 and Popular Mechanics' 2020 Game and Toy Award; Mission Deep Sea is the follow-up
- Player count: Both support 3-5 players
- Play time: Approximately 20 minutes per game
Bundle Facts
- The Crew 2-Pack Bundle. The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine & The Crew: Mission Deep Sea: The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine includes 50 different missions across the solar system. This gives you a large amount of replayability from the first game alone.
The Crew 2-Pack Bundle. The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine & The Crew: Mission Deep Sea - The Crew 2-Pack Bundle. The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine & The Crew: Mission Deep Sea: The Crew: Mission Deep Sea uses the same cooperative trick-taking mechanic but adds new surprises and a salvage option. The salvage option makes Mission Deep Sea more forgiving for groups that struggle with perfect execution.
- The Crew 2-Pack Bundle. The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine & The Crew: Mission Deep Sea: Both games require 3-5 players and play in about 20 minutes. The bundle is ideal for a consistent game group that meets regularly, as sessions are quick and fit into a short evening.
- The Crew 2-Pack Bundle. The Crew: The Quest For Planet Nine & The Crew: Mission Deep Sea: The bundle is priced at USD 20.03 (catalog comparison price USD 29.90). Purchasing the bundle saves you compared to buying each game separately, assuming the individual prices align with the comparison price.
Who Should Buy the Bundle
This bundle is a good fit if you already have a group of 3-5 players who enjoy cooperative challenges and are ready to invest in two full games at once. The 20-minute play time per session makes it easy to play multiple rounds in one sitting. If you are unsure whether your group will enjoy the trick-taking mechanic, you might start with just The Quest For Planet Nine. But if you know your group likes the system, the bundle gives you both the original and its sequel at a lower combined cost.
What the Catalog Does Not Tell You
The catalog confirms the number of missions for Planet Nine (50) but does not specify the exact number for Mission Deep Sea. It also does not describe the new surprises in detail or explain how the salvage mechanic works step by step. If you need precise rule differences before buying, you may want to consult the Kosmos Helper App or the downloadable manuals for each game. The catalog also does not list the recommended age (10+), which is the same for both games.
