Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love immersive stories and mystery-solving at your own pace, this game’s for you. Like a choose-your-own-adventure book with friends!
Highlights
- Rich, engaging narrative
- Story-altering decisions
- Great for group play
Keep in mind
- Limited replayability
- Requires translation if not fluent in English
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Adventure Games: The Grand Hotel Abaddon is a cooperative narrative game where you and your friends investigate the mysteries of an old, eerie hotel. Unlike escape rooms, there's no time pressure—just exploration, talking to characters, and combining clues to unravel the plot. Every decision changes the story's course, and there's no turning back! Split into three chapters (about 75 minutes each), the game offers multiple endings, but beware: once you've uncovered the secrets, replayability is limited. The good news? Nothing gets destroyed, so you can lend it out or revisit the adventure later. Perfect for mystery lovers who aren’t afraid to deduce what’s behind that creaky door...
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Best player count
BGG community vote
1
REC
2
BEST
3
REC
4
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
KOSMOS, Devir, Dino Toys s. r. o., Giochi Uniti, IELLO, Zvezda
Designer
Matthew Dunstan, Phil Walker-Harding, Ute Wielandt
Artist
Christina Kraus, Erkan Karagöz, Folko Streese, Johanna Rupprecht, Ute Wielandt
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
2,641owners
283wishlist
53want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players. Works well both solo and in a group.
How long does a game take?
Each chapter takes about 75 minutes, and there are 3 chapters. Total: ~4 hours.
Do you destroy components like in escape rooms?
Nope! Nothing is destroyed, so you can replay or lend it out.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Yes, it’s light (1.7/5 weight). Great for narrative lovers without complex rules.
Is there a Portuguese version?
Not officially. Requires fan translation if you don’t know English.
Is it worth replaying?
Only if you want to relive the story or try different paths, as the mysteries stay the same.
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