Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Murder at the Excelsior Hotel: Scenario Pack

Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Hobby World · Board game · 2019
8.8 Ludopedia 8.5 BGG 1–2 · best 2 Solo 60–120 min Weight 3.5/5
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8.8 rating Ludopedia
8.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a good mystery with high doses of horror and investigation in Arkham, this scenario is for you! It's a great option for those who want a quick adventure or an interesting detour in the main campaign.

Highlights
  • Engaging and tense mystery
  • Great standalone or side-story
  • Unique investigation challenge
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for another dive into the dark universe of Arkham! In 'Murder at the Excelsior Hotel,' you and your team of investigators are summoned to a luxury hotel following reports of bizarre events. Little do you know, the investigation takes an unexpected turn when, after a blackout, you find yourselves standing over a brutally murdered body. And the worst part? You don't remember a thing!

Now, with the police on your tail, the mission is to unravel this macabre murder and clear your names before prison becomes your final destination. Every second counts as you race against time, uncovering clues and facing dangers lurking in every corridor. Can you unmask the true culprit and prove your innocence, or will you become the next victims of this bloody mystery?

This special scenario can be played as a standalone adventure or integrated into a larger Arkham Horror: The Card Game campaign, adding an intriguing twist to your saga. Remember, communication and careful hand management are crucial for survival and solving the crime. Luck might help, but intelligence and cooperation are your best weapons against the horror hiding within the Excelsior Hotel.

Expansion for

Published additional content

2 items

Best player count

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1–2 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Game: Arkham Horror – The Card Game Mechanism: Campaign Games Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games) Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames
Designer MJ Newman, Nicholas Kory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to play this scenario?
Yes, this is a scenario pack that requires the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to be played.
How many players can participate?
This scenario is designed for 1 to 2 players.
How long does it take to play?
A game typically takes between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on player experience and scenario complexity.
Can I play this scenario separately, or does it need to be part of a campaign?
You can play this scenario as a standalone adventure or insert it as a side-story into an existing campaign.
Is the scenario very difficult?
The game's weight is rated 3.45 out of 5 on BoardGameGeek, indicating a moderate to high challenge level, typical for Arkham Horror.
Does this scenario add new investigators or cards to the game?
This is a scenario pack focused on the story and challenges of a specific case; it does not add new investigators or playable cards to your main deck.
Do I need to understand English to play?
Yes, the scenario has extensive language dependency, requiring a full translation to be played in English.