Batman: Gotham City Chronicles – Suicide Squad Expansion

Monolith Board Games · Board game · 2020
2–4 60–90 min
10.0 rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
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10.0 rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're a Batman fan and enjoy playing with morally questionable anti-heroes, this expansion is a treat for diving into tense, action-packed missions!

Highlights
  • Expands the Batman universe
  • Engaging mini-campaign
  • Iconic and dark characters
  • New miniatures and components
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • May feature player elimination
  • Moderate language dependency
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About the game
Get ready to get your hands dirty with the Suicide Squad expansion for Batman: Gotham City Chronicles! This time, you and your friends take control of iconic anti-heroes like Harley Quinn and Killer Croc, diving into a three-mission mini-campaign packed with action and tough decisions. The government needs a dirty job done, and who better for the task than Task Force X? The Suicide Squad has no scruples, and the ends justify the means, facing meta-human threats and time paradoxes in missions that will test the limits of ethics. Each mission can be played with a newly formed team or by continuing with the previous lineup, offering incredible tactical freedom. You can even use QR codes to uncover secrets and hidden motives of the villains! This expansion brings 10 new miniatures, 13 character screens, 11 scenario tiles, and equipment cards to power up your anti-heroes. Additionally, the addition of the Belle Reve's Guards tile introduces powerful henchmen and elites for Versus or Adventure mode. With a total of 14 playable characters (including Katana), you have a vast pool to assemble your perfect team and face Gotham's challenges. If you enjoy the Batman universe and want a darker experience focused on morally ambiguous characters, this expansion is a must-have!
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Comic Books: Batman Comic Books: DC Universe Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Batman – Gotham City Chronicles Theme: Superheroes
Publisher Monolith Board Games
Designer Frédéric Henry
Artist David Demaret, David Finch, Georges Clarenko, Jim Lee
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game Batman: Gotham City Chronicles to play with this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, and all components and rules depend on the base game to be used.
How many missions does this expansion offer?
The expansion includes a mini-campaign with 3 exclusive missions focused on the Suicide Squad.
Which iconic Suicide Squad characters are included in this expansion?
You can play with characters like Harley Quinn, Killer Croc, Katana, Poison Ivy, Rick Flag, Amanda Waller, The Joker's Daughter, and others, totaling 13 new characters plus Katana.
Is the game still cooperative with this expansion?
Yes, the main mode remains cooperative, but the expansion also adds compatibility for the Versus mode, allowing you to assemble your anti-hero team to face other players.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The overall complexity of the base game remains similar, but the expansion introduces new mechanics and characters that might require some adaptation for newcomers.
Is it possible for a player to be eliminated from the game?
Yes, the 'Player Elimination' mechanic is present, meaning a player can be removed from the game before its conclusion.
Do I need to translate the cards or use a guide?
Ludopedia indicates a moderate language dependency, so having translated cards or a reference sheet is recommended to facilitate gameplay.