Keep the Heroes Out!: The Great Dreamer Expansion

Brueh Games Inc., Board Zeppelin, Dice&Bones · Board game · 2022
1–4 · best 2 Solo 40 min Weight 2.6/5
rating Ludopedia
8.2 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 18.47
rating Ludopedia
8.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those who want to feel the power of an ancient god and love Lovecraftian themes.

Highlights
  • Immortality shifts the strategy
  • Genius mind-control mechanic
  • Impeccable cosmic horror theme
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game to play
  • Can feel oppressive for the heroes
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About the game
Ever felt the thrill of being the villain with absolute power? The 'The Great Dreamer' expansion takes that feeling to a whole new level in Keep the Heroes Out!. If you already enjoyed kicking heroes out of your dungeon, now you can do it with the most feared entity of cosmic horror: Cthulhu himself. This expansion, born from the world of crowdfunding, introduces the Great Dreamer's clan as a new playable option, completely shifting the power dynamics of the game.

The main highlight here is Cthulhu's absurd resilience. While other monsters might eventually fall, the Great Dreamer is simply immortal. He cannot be killed. When heroes attempt to attack him, instead of being defeated, Cthulhu simply decides to take a nap. And that's where things get interesting: while sleeping, he can project his will and mind-control any heroes wandering through the dungeon. Imagine the look on the 'adventurers' faces when they suddenly stop attacking and start doing exactly what you want.

This mind-control mechanic adds a fascinating strategic layer, turning your enemies into tools for your own victory. It's less about direct combat and more about psychological manipulation and positioning. If you love the Lovecraftian theme and want to feel the weight of an ancient deity crushing the hopes of any adventuring party, this expansion is the perfect upgrade. It doesn't change the core game, but it injects a dose of chaos and power that makes matches far more unpredictable and, of course, much more enjoyable for those who love seeing chaos reign in the dungeon.
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Components: Meeples Components: Meeples (Monster) Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Crowdfunding: Spieleschmiede Crowdfunding: Wspieram Game: Keep the Heroes Out! Theme: Cthulhu Mythos
Publisher Brueh Games Inc., Board Zeppelin, Dice&Bones, Mirakulus, Ігромаг
Designer Luís Brueh
Artist Luís Brueh
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play this expansion standalone?
No, it is an expansion. You need the Keep the Heroes Out! base game to use the Cthulhu clan.
Is Cthulhu actually immortal?
Yes! He cannot be killed. When attacked, he enters a sleep state, which activates his mind-control ability.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the base game's limit, supporting 1 to 4 players.
Does the game become much harder for the heroes?
Yes, Cthulhu's immortality and mind control make the heroes' lives much more difficult, shifting the difficulty curve.
What's inside the box?
Basically the components needed to play as the new Cthulhu clan, including the themed meeples.