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Our Verdict
If you're an Eldritch Horror fan craving more chaos and challenges, Cities in Ruin is a perfect fit to test your sanity!
Highlights
- More investigators to choose
- Terrifying new monsters
- Dynamic catastrophic events
- Increases replayability
- Expanded Lovecraftian theme
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Adds game complexity
- Games might take longer
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Brace yourself for a shiver down your spine, because Eldritch Horror: Cities in Ruin is here to shake up the world as you know it! This expansion delves deep into the feeling that something ancient and terrible is lurking, ready to dismantle modern civilization. Your visions show a desolate future, where cities are swallowed by violent earthquakes, coastlines are swept away by relentless typhoons, and in the depths of the Earth, a primordial entity begins to stir. We're talking about Shudde M’ell, the Cataclysm from Below, who brings with him a wave of destruction and despair.
Cities in Ruin is not for the faint of heart. It introduces four new fearless investigators, ready to face the brink of madness as they battle the Great Old Ones. Additionally, the expansion packs the game with a slew of new monster and encounter cards, ensuring that each game is a unique and terrifying experience. The big highlight is the presence of Shudde M’ell, who adds a destructive twist to the game in the form of catastrophic events. If you thought Eldritch Horror was already challenging, prepare for a new level of cosmic chaos and despair!
Cities in Ruin is not for the faint of heart. It introduces four new fearless investigators, ready to face the brink of madness as they battle the Great Old Ones. Additionally, the expansion packs the game with a slew of new monster and encounter cards, ensuring that each game is a unique and terrifying experience. The big highlight is the presence of Shudde M’ell, who adds a destructive twist to the game in the form of catastrophic events. If you thought Eldritch Horror was already challenging, prepare for a new level of cosmic chaos and despair!
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Galápagos Jogos, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World
Designer
Nikki Valens
Artist
Cristi Balanescu
Is Eldritch Horror: Cities in Ruin a standalone game or an expansion?
It's an expansion! You'll need the Eldritch Horror base game to enjoy all the content and new features that Cities in Ruin brings to the table.
How many players can play with this expansion?
As an expansion, it maintains the same player count as the base game, from 1 to 8 investigators. Perfect for your solo sessions or for gathering the whole crew!
What is the average game duration with the expansion?
Eldritch Horror games are already known for being epic, and with Cities in Ruin, they can become even longer. Expect something between 120 and 240 minutes, depending on the number of players and the complexity of the Ancient One you're facing.
Does the expansion add a lot of complexity to the rules?
It introduces some new mechanics, such as the Disaster Deck and the Ancient One Shudde M'ell, which bring new layers of challenge. If you've already mastered the base game, the learning curve will be smooth, but prepare for more strategic decisions.
What are the main highlights of Cities in Ruin?
The highlights are undoubtedly the four new investigators with their unique stories and abilities, the fearsome Ancient One Shudde M'ell, and of course, the Disaster Deck, which ensures that the world's cities are always on the brink of collapse, making each game unpredictable and exciting!
Who is this expansion best suited for?
It's ideal for Eldritch Horror fans looking for more depth, new challenges, and an extra dose of cosmic horror. If you love the sense of urgency and want to see the world crumble while trying to save it, this expansion is for you!