Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy a quick, chaotic game with a Cthulhu theme and a dash of dark humor, this one's for you! Get ready to summon gods and sabotage friends.
Highlights
- Fast and chaotic
- Fun Cthulhu theme
- Direct player interaction
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Player elimination
- Luck-dependent
- Simple rules
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hey everyone! Ready to summon an ancient god and bring down the world? In Creatures & Cultists, each of you leads a bizarre cult, competing to be the first to call upon your favorite god from the Lovecraftian pantheon and, of course, destroy everything. It's a straightforward card game where luck with the dice and cunning hand management are essential to sabotage rivals and hasten the apocalypse. Originally a surprise hidden in issue #4 of The Unspeakable Oath magazine, this game was designed to be cut out and assembled directly from the centerfold. It includes 128 cards and 8 play sheets to bring this chaotic contest to life. The idea is simple: accumulate cult points, use cards to hinder others, and hope the dice are on your side when summoning the Great Old One. But beware, as player elimination is a real possibility, so every move counts to avoid becoming just another sacrifice on the altar of chaos.
If you enjoy a quick game with a dash of dark humor and the Cthulhu Mythos theme, Creatures & Cultists can be a fun choice for a casual session. Don't expect deep complexity, but rather a light and chaotic experience, perfect for those who want to laugh while the world ends. It's the kind of game that shines in groups that don't mind seeing a friend eliminated early, as long as the fun (and destruction) is guaranteed.
If you enjoy a quick game with a dash of dark humor and the Cthulhu Mythos theme, Creatures & Cultists can be a fun choice for a casual session. Don't expect deep complexity, but rather a light and chaotic experience, perfect for those who want to laugh while the world ends. It's the kind of game that shines in groups that don't mind seeing a friend eliminated early, as long as the fun (and destruction) is guaranteed.
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Best player count
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2
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4
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5
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Pagan Publishing, Edge Entertainment, EOS Press, Gessnitzer & Städtler Verlag, Raven Distribution, Ubik
Designer
Jeff Barber, John Scott Tynes
Artist
J. Todd Kingrea, John Kovalic
Community
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988owners
38wishlist
8want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the first player to summon your favorite god from the Cthulhu pantheon, destroying the world in the process!
How many people can play?
The game is for 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game take?
A game is quite fast, typically lasting around 30 minutes.
Is it a complicated game to learn?
No, the rules are described as 'moron-level,' indicating they are very simple and easy to pick up.
What comes in the box?
The game includes 128 cards and 8 play sheets.
Is it possible for someone to be eliminated from the game?
Yes, player elimination is a mechanic in this game, so it's possible to be out before the end.
Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy quick games with a cosmic horror theme, a bit of dark humor, and don't mind player elimination.
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