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Ludopedia
7.9
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BGG
Our Verdict
A dark and relentless dungeon crawler for those who love playing as villains.
Highlights
- Heavy horror atmosphere
- Modular map exploration
- Awesome necromancy theme
- Intense direct conflict
Keep in mind
- Player elimination can frustrate
- Very long play sessions
- Requires translation to play
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Get ready to descend into the darkest depths of the earth in Cave Evil, a game where death is just the beginning of something much worse. Forget sunlight; here, the setting is a labyrinth of damp tunnels and forgotten necropolises. You will take on the role of an ancient Necromancer, a master of forbidden arts seeking to consolidate power in a world of shadows. The goal is clear but brutal: you must expand your domain, excavate tunnels, and gather resources and body parts to build an army of terrifying minions. But don't think it will be easy. While you attempt to find the legendary Dark Pit to absorb the ultimate evil, other necromancers will be trying to destroy your lair and steal your Chthonic Crystal. Survival is a high-stakes game where resource management and strategic area movement are vital. But beware! The chaos you create by summoning creatures might end up awakening something much older and more evil than any of you. Cave Evil is a game of combat and exploration where only one master of darkness must remain standing, facing not just your rivals, but the very darkness breathing within the cavern walls.
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In English
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CE - intro
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CAVE EVIL How To Play: SET UP
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CAVE EVIL How to Play: CARD DETAILS
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How To Play: GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW
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CAVE EVIL How To play: INVOKE ACTION
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CAVE EVIL How To Play: PHASE 1: Combat against adjacent Enemies
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CAVE EVIL How to play: PHASE 2 Conjuration of Forbidden Knowledge
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CAVE EVIL How To play: PHASE 4 Event Outcomes
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CAVE EVIL How To play: PHASE 3 Squad Actions
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CAVE EVIL How To play: PHASE 3 Squad Actions
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Mechanics
Categories
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Publisher
Blast City Games, Ediciones MasQueOca, Emperors of Eternal Evil, Fox in the Box
Designer
Jochen Hartmann, Mat Brinkman, Nate Hayden
Artist
Commode Ministrels in Bullface, Manifester, MarderIII, Wizard333
How long does a game take?
Prepare your coffee, as the fun can last about 3 hours!
Is it a complex game?
Yes, it is considered an expert-level game due to its deep mechanics.
Can I play solo?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, ideal for groups of friends.
Is the game in English?
Warning: the game requires a translation to be played properly.
What is the main genre of the game?
It's a Dungeon Crawler with strong combat and exploration elements.