Arkham Horror: The Card Game – The Innsmouth Conspiracy: Investigator Expansion

Fantasy Flight Games, Hobby World · Board game · 2024
1–4 · best 2 Solo 45–180 min Weight 3.3/5
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8.7 rating BGG
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8.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love Arkham Horror TCG and want all the Innsmouth investigators at your fingertips, this expansion is a must-have! It's a great chance to power up your decks with characters we already know and love.

Highlights
  • All Innsmouth investigators included
  • Great for deck customization
  • Expands gameplay variety
  • Easy to integrate
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Needs original cycle cards
  • High language dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare to dive deep into the secrets of Innsmouth with this expansion for Arkham Horror: The Card Game! If you've already ventured through the original 'The Innsmouth Conspiracy' cycle, you know this story is packed with dark secrets and whispers from the deep sea. Now, you can relive it all with a special twist: this expansion brings back all five investigators you met, along with their player cards and all the customization options they offer. Want to embody the fervent Sister Mary, the scholarly Amanda Sharpe, the cunning spy Trish Scarborough, the enigmatic magician Dexter Drake, or the brave sailor Silas Marsh? The choice is yours! Each of them comes with their own unique abilities, ready to be used in any scenario or campaign you already own for Arkham Horror: TCG. This is the perfect opportunity to power up your decks, try new strategies, and, of course, unravel the mysteries lurking in the murky waters. Remember, this is a cooperative game, so communication and teamwork will be essential to survive the horrifying discoveries. The complexity and immersive narrative we already know and love from Arkham Horror are here, but with the convenience of having all the player options from the cycle in one place. It's time to face what lurks beneath the waves!

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1–4 players
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Game: Arkham Horror – The Card Game Game: Arkham Horror TCG – The Innsmouth Conspiracy Series: Arkham Horror Files (Fantasy Flight Games)
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Hobby World
Designer Jeremy Zwirn, MJ Newman

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
Do I need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to play with this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game base game to play.
Does this expansion add new scenarios or campaigns?
No, this expansion focuses on bringing back the five investigators from 'The Innsmouth Conspiracy' cycle and their player cards. It's for customizing and enhancing your decks for scenarios and campaigns you already own.
Which investigators are included in this expansion?
You'll find Sister Mary, Amanda Sharpe, Trish Scarborough, Dexter Drake, and Silas Marsh, all with their player cards and customization options.
Is the game in English?
This is an English language product. While some Arkham Horror: TCG content has been localized, this specific expansion might have language dependency, meaning you might need to refer to fan translations or have the base game in a language you understand.
How many players can participate?
Just like the base game, this expansion is for 1 to 4 players.
How long does a game session take?
The duration varies quite a bit depending on the scenario and campaign, but it generally ranges from 45 to 180 minutes.
Is this a good purchase if I already own the original 'The Innsmouth Conspiracy' cycle?
If you want all the investigators and their deck options in one place, making deck building and experimentation easier, then yes! Otherwise, if you already have the cards, the main benefit is convenience.