Frosthaven

Cephalofair Games, Albi, Albi Polska · Board game · 2022
1–4 · best 3 Solo 90–180 min Weight 4.4/5
9.7 rating Ludopedia
8.7 rating BGG
9.7 rating Ludopedia
8.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're a Gloomhaven fan looking for an even richer, more complex experience, Frosthaven is your next obsession. Get ready for a massive campaign that goes far beyond combat!

Highlights
  • Massive, immersive campaign
  • New characters and races
  • Strategic village management
  • Deep crafting system
  • Refined tactical combat
Keep in mind
  • Very long playtime
  • Complex rules for beginners
  • Requires significant table space
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About the game
Get ready for an epic adventure in Frosthaven, a remote outpost north of White Oak barely clinging to existence! You and your mercenary group are at your wits' end, but you're the last hope to save this settlement from a harsh winter and threats from all sides. It's not just the cold that's a problem: there are the Algox, massive cousins of the Inox, descending from the mountains; Lurkers invading from the icy sea; and even rumors of autonomous machines wandering the frozen wastes. Your mission is to face these perils, perhaps even forge alliances with these new races, to confront even more sinister forces lurking in the shadows. Frosthaven is a standalone experience from the creator of Gloomhaven, but with an expanded universe. It introduces sixteen new heroes, three never-before-seen races, over twenty enemy types, a hundred fresh items, and a massive campaign with one hundred scenarios! While retaining Gloomhaven's addictive combat system, Frosthaven adds a ton of new things to do outside of battles. You'll unravel mysteries, deal with a seasonal event system that impacts the game, and best of all: control the expansion of your own village. Each new building you construct opens doors to new ways to progress on your journey. Oh, and yes, items from Gloomhaven can be brought over, but the economy here is different: resources are valuable, and you'll have to get your hands dirty with a crafting system instead of just buying them. It's a deeper, more layered experience with challenges that go beyond mere brawling.
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Rules manual — Frosthaven English · PDF
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Category: Dungeon Crawler Components: Miniatures Components: Multi-Use Cards Components: Standees Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS)
Publisher Cephalofair Games, Albi, Albi Polska, CMON Global Limited, Delta Vision Publishing, Feuerland Spiele
Designer Isaac Childres
Artist Alexandr Elichev, David Demaret, Francesca Baerald, Josh T. McDowell
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frosthaven a standalone game or an expansion for Gloomhaven?
Frosthaven is a completely standalone game! It's set in the same universe, but you don't need Gloomhaven to play it. It brings its own story, characters, and mechanics.
What is the average playtime for a session of Frosthaven?
Get ready for long sessions! A single game can last from 90 to 180 minutes, but since it's a campaign game, you'll invest hundreds of hours to complete the story.
How many players can play Frosthaven?
Frosthaven can be played by 1 to 4 players. It's a great experience for both solo players and groups who enjoy a cooperative adventure.
Is Frosthaven too complex for someone who has never played Gloomhaven?
It's a medium-heavy game (4.4149/5 on BGG), so yes, it is complex. If you're new to the genre, be prepared for a learning curve. But the reward is huge for those who commit!
Can I use characters and items from Gloomhaven in Frosthaven?
Yes! There's a mechanism to bring items and characters from Gloomhaven into Frosthaven, and vice-versa. But keep in mind that in Frosthaven, resources are scarcer, and the crafting system is central.
What new features does Frosthaven add compared to Gloomhaven?
Besides a new 100-scenario campaign, it introduces village management, a seasonal event system, mysteries to solve outside of combat, and a more robust crafting system. It's a more complete and layered experience!