Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
An immersive solo adventure that turns the book into a tactical battlefield. The moral consequence system ensures that every choice you make has real weight throughout the campaign. It's perfect for those seeking a dense, portable experience focused on fantasy narrative without the need for a massive table setup.
Highlights
- Deep and engaging narrative
- Impactful choice system
- Extremely portable setup
- Challenging tactical combat
Keep in mind
- Solo-only experience
- Relies on dice luck
- Requires careful reading
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About the game
What you do in a play session
If you enjoy deep immersion and want to feel like every decision you make truly shapes the world around you, 'En el Abismo' is the kind of experience that will keep you glued to your seat. This game isn't just a regular board game; it's a narrative adventure that takes place entirely within the pages of a book, serving as a spiritual expansion to the 'En las Cenizas' universe. Here, you take on the role of new characters and dive into a system where exploration and tactical combat blend naturally. The board is the book itself, making your table clutter-free and the experience highly portable, perfect for those with limited space or those who value convenience.
The standout feature here is the weight of your choices. It's not just about rolling dice to win a fight; every moral decision you make reverberates throughout the game. The system tracks your actions, and the consequences of your past choices can surface later, altering paths and the fate of your characters. It's a game designed for solo play, focusing on a campaign that demands strategy and a bit of luck with the dice. The grid movement within the book adds an interesting tactical layer, forcing you to think carefully before each move, as the environment can be just as dangerous as the enemies you face. If you enjoy being the protagonist of a dark fantasy story, where success depends as much on your cunning as it does on the dice rolls, this title promises hours of immersion. It's a solitary journey, but one that promises to be intense, with a progression system that makes you feel like every small victory — or defeat — truly matters for the unfolding of the main plot. Get ready to open the book and see how far your courage takes you.
The standout feature here is the weight of your choices. It's not just about rolling dice to win a fight; every moral decision you make reverberates throughout the game. The system tracks your actions, and the consequences of your past choices can surface later, altering paths and the fate of your characters. It's a game designed for solo play, focusing on a campaign that demands strategy and a bit of luck with the dice. The grid movement within the book adds an interesting tactical layer, forcing you to think carefully before each move, as the environment can be just as dangerous as the enemies you face. If you enjoy being the protagonist of a dark fantasy story, where success depends as much on your cunning as it does on the dice rolls, this title promises hours of immersion. It's a solitary journey, but one that promises to be intense, with a progression system that makes you feel like every small victory — or defeat — truly matters for the unfolding of the main plot. Get ready to open the book and see how far your courage takes you.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Categories
Families
Publisher
Devir
Designer
Pablo Aguilera
Artist
Adolfo Navarro, Darío Pérez Catalán, Jesús Gonzalo, Juan Alberto Hernández, Luis Czerniawski
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Can I play 'En el Abismo' with friends?
No, this title is designed exclusively for solo play.
Do I need 'En las Cenizas' to play?
Although they share the same universe, it works as a standalone experience within the book.
How long does a session last?
As it is a campaign-based book game, the time varies, ranging from 5 minutes for a quick scene to hours of exploration.
Is it hard to learn?
It focuses on narrative and exploration, so the movement and combat rules are intuitive for those familiar with adventure games.
Do decisions change the ending?
Yes, the system tracks your moral choices, which alters the campaign's progression and the consequences you face.
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