Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Horror in High Gear: Mythos Pack

Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta · Board game · 2021
1–2 · best 2 Solo 60–120 min Weight 3.5/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love Arkham Horror and a high‑octane car chase, this pack brings adrenaline and fresh deck options.

Highlights
  • High‑speed chase
  • New vehicle cards
  • Thematic expansion depth
Keep in mind
  • Learning curve for driving mechanics
  • Requires base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In "Horror in High Gear", the third Mythos Pack of the Innsmouth Conspiracy campaign, you and Agent Harper flee the rain‑slick streets of Innsmouth and launch into a high‑speed car chase toward Falcon Point Lighthouse. The Esoteric Order of Dagon pursues relentlessly as you navigate winding cliffside roads. This expansion introduces a brand‑new scenario where vehicles take center stage: driving cards, road hazards, and speed‑testing mechanics add tactical decisions at every turn. Alongside the scenario, the pack supplies a full suite of player cards—new allies, abilities, events, and resources—expanding deck‑building options and letting you further customize your investigator. Core Arkham Horror: The Card Game mechanics such as action points, hand management, and variable player powers remain, now blended with vehicle movement and speed checks. Designed for 1‑2 players, a game lasts 60‑120 minutes, making it suitable for solo or cooperative play. The difficulty is balanced; the chase can get tense, yet the narrative provides alternate paths and tools for a more strategic pace. If you love Lovecraftian horror, enjoy chase‑the‑road scenarios, and want cards that put your car in the spotlight, this pack delivers the extra adrenaline your campaign needs.

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Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Game: Arkham Horror – The Card Game Game: Arkham Horror TCG – The Innsmouth Conspiracy Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games)
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta
Designer Jeremy Zwirn, MJ Newman

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
1 to 2 players, perfect for solo or cooperative duos.
What’s the typical playtime?
Between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on player experience.
Do I need the base game?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires Arkham Horror: The Card Game to play.
What new components are included?
Driving cards, road hazard tokens, new player cards (allies, abilities, events) and some resource tokens.
Is it beginner‑friendly?
The driving mechanics add extra complexity, so it’s best for players already comfortable with the core game.
Can I play solo?
Absolutely, the scenario is designed for solo play with adjusted challenges.
How hard is the scenario?
Difficulty is moderate; the chase can get tense, but there are strategic options for a calmer approach.