# Gloom: Unfortunate Expeditions ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2009 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 1.80 / 5 - **Designers**: Keith Baker - **Artists**: J. Scott Reeves, Michelle Nephew, Todd Remick - **Publishers**: Atlas Games, Edge Entertainment, uplay.it edizioni - **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Horror, Humor - **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Role Playing, Storytelling, Take That ## Verdict If you love dark humor and grim storytelling, this expansion will bring more drama and fun.More cards, more funExpedition mechanicOne extra playerLight complexityShort playtimeHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description If you’ve enjoyed the quirky Gloom family, the Gloom: Unfortunate Expeditions expansion will take the experience to the next level. It adds an extra player and, more importantly, 55 cards that introduce new Modifiers, Events, and Untimely Deaths, plus a new family of explorers who’ve faced misfortune around the globe. Featuring Colonel Bumpersnoot, now a bargain hunter, and Lady Bumpersnoot, who struggles with high society yet loves dinner parties, the expansion adds a macabre humor touch to the table. The big splash is the Expedition mechanic: only one expedition can be in play at a time, and its rules affect all players while active. When you play an Untimely Death card with an expedition symbol, resolve the immediate effect and swap the current expedition for the one shown on the card. Some cards also trigger special effects if an expedition is already active, creating intriguing tactical decisions. The set works seamlessly with the Unhappy Homes expansion, as the Towering Treehouse from the Bumpersnoot family is a residence card usable there. The expansion keeps the lighthearted style but adds depth by introducing the expedition dynamic that shifts the pace and strategy for everyone. In terms of complexity, Gloom remains easy to medium, with a BGG weight of 1.8/5. The average playtime ranges from 30 to 40 minutes, perfect for quick sessions and dark humor playdates. If you love storytelling, dark humor, and cards that make you laugh and cry at the same time, this expansion is a must-have. ## FAQ ### How many players can play with the expansion? The expansion adds one extra player, so the game goes from 2‑5 players to 3‑6 players. ### How long does a game take? A typical game lasts between 30 and 40 minutes, depending on the number of players. ### What is the game’s complexity? Gloom is considered easy to medium, with a BGG weight of 1.8/5. ### What components are included in the expansion? 55 cards (Modifiers, Events, and Untimely Deaths), one extra player, and the expedition rules. ### Who is this expansion for? Fans of Gloom, dark humor, and card games that love storytelling and interfering with opponents. ### Can the expansion be used with other expansions? Yes, it works seamlessly with the Unhappy Homes expansion and can be played on any Gloom base. ### How does the expedition mechanic work? Only one expedition can be in play at a time; its rules affect all players while active, and untimely death cards with an expedition symbol replace the current expedition. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 130,01 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/1589781473?tag=bgbot26b-20&linkCode=as2) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/gloom-unfortunate-expeditions ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 10.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=150406&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 12.57 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4813486&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.36 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=935743&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3435935&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.49 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=297750&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4876527&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.41 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1660193&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.19 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6042881&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.90 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4779469&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 19.83 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1417911&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/318/gloom-unfortunate-expeditions?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com