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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you're already a fan of Android: Netrunner and crave more of that cat-and-mouse tension with a creative twist, Humanity's Shadow delivers cards that will spice up your games!
Highlights
- New tactics and customization
- More bluffing and surprise
- Expands the Netrunner universe
- Enhances asymmetric conflict
Keep in mind
- Requires base game and knowledge
- High language dependency
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About the game
What you do in a play session
The Humanity's Shadow expansion for Android: Netrunner delves deep into the shadows of futuristic society, where human talent is as valuable as cutting-edge technology. If you enjoy the idea that behind every sophisticated piece of hardware and program, there's a person with a sharp imagination ready to act, then this expansion is for you. It brings 60 new cards, with 20 unique ones in three copies each, allowing both Runners and Corporations to refine their strategies. Runners gain new identities and resources that add that personal, creative touch to their plays, while Corporations receive new operations, sysops, and traps to bolster their defenses more directly and intelligently. The gameplay remains focused on hand management and strategic use of action points, but with an extra dash of bluffing and secret deployment, essential for uncovering or protecting the secrets of the corporate world. It's the fifth data pack in the Genesis Cycle, ideal for those already immersed in the Netrunner universe and seeking more tactical depth and new customization possibilities. Prepare to recruit the most talented individuals and execute daring plans, whether to bring down the system or keep it under control. The complexity and language dependency remain, requiring players to be well-acquainted with the rules and, ideally, with English or a reliable translation.
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer
Lukas Litzsinger, Richard Garfield
Artist
Adam S. Doyle, Ed Mattinian, Erfan Fajar, Matt Zeilinger, Sara Diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game Android: Netrunner to play with Humanity's Shadow?
Yes, absolutely! Humanity's Shadow is an expansion, so you need to own the base game Android: Netrunner to use these new cards.
How many new cards come in this pack?
This pack includes 60 new cards, featuring 20 unique cards in three copies each, totaling 3 copies of each of those 20 cards.
Does the game become more complicated with this expansion?
The overall complexity of the game remains similar, but the new cards introduce more strategic options and synergies, which might require a bit more adaptation and study to master.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, Android: Netrunner and its expansions, including Humanity's Shadow, have extensive text on the cards. It is highly recommended to have access to a full translation or be proficient in English to fully enjoy the game.
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It's perfect for Android: Netrunner players who are already comfortable with the rules and are looking for more variety, new strategies, and deeper immersion into the game's universe.
How long does a game session last with this expansion?
The game time remains around 45 minutes, similar to the base game. The new cards might influence the pace, but the average duration doesn't change drastically.