# Call of Cthulhu: Collectible Card Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2004
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #5203
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.55 / 5
- **Designers**: Eric M. Lang
- **Artists**: Andrew Johanson, Guy Gentry, John Goodenough, Patrick McEvoy, Rafał Hrynkiewicz, Roberto Marchesi, Scott Nicely
- **Publishers**: Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Nexus Editrice
- **Categories**: Card Game, Collectible Components, Horror, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Open Drafting

## Verdict
Fans of cosmic horror and strategic duels will love this game. Fast, immersive, and full of crucial decisions.Well-executed Lovecraftian themeDynamic and strategic matchesCards with immersive artworkGreat for intense duelsExtensive language dependencyRequires investment in packsLimited to 2 playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Call of Cthulhu: Collectible Card Game is a collectible card game that plunges you into the dark and Lovecraftian universe of the Cthulhu Mythos. Here, you take on the role of paranormal investigators or insane cultists, facing cosmic horrors and unimaginable conspiracies. The game is fast-paced but full of strategy, with hand management and open drafting mechanics that ensure dynamic matches. The theme is super immersive, with cards featuring iconic elements like arcane tomes, ancient gods, and jaded detectives. But beware: the game has extensive language dependency, so be prepared to translate or learn English if you want to play without issues. If you love cosmic horror and intense duels, this game is a must-try.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Only 2 players, it's a dueling game.

### What's the average playtime?
About 30 minutes, fast and intense.

### Do I need to buy additional packs?
Yes, it's a collectible game, so you can expand your deck with more cards.

### Is it hard to learn?
It has a moderate learning curve, but the mechanics become intuitive after a few matches.

### Do I need to know English?
Yes, the game has extensive language dependency, so it's good to be familiar with English or have a translation handy.

### What's the recommended age?
Recommended for ages 14+ due to the dark theme and complexity.

### Are there expansions?
Yes, like any CCG, there are various expansion packs to diversify your deck.