King of Tokyo/New York: Monster Pack – Cthulhu

The Monster Pack – Cthulhu arrives as the first official expansion for King of Tokyo and King of New York, introducing the legendary Great Old One to the board. Besides the iconic monster, the box contains eight evolution cards for each base game, letting you tweak your monster's abilities, add fresh strategies, and make rounds even more unpredictable. Fifteen cultist tokens are also included, functioning as the famous Temple of Cthulhu tiles; when you defeat a cultist you claim a tile that can be used once to regain a life point, gain energy, or roll an extra die. For King of New York, the expansion adds new units and buildings, expanding urban combat options. The text is minimal, making the rules easy to memorize, and the weight of 1.78/5 shows the complexity stays low—perfect for those already familiar with the base game. Playtime averages around 30 minutes but can stretch if the group wants to explore every evolution card combo. Thematically, the pack dives into Lovecraftian horror, delivering a cosmic terror vibe without sacrificing the chaotic fun that defines King of Tokyo. If you love customizing your monster, enjoy a good twist on the cards, and don’t mind handling a few extra tokens, Cthulhu is a solid upgrade that makes the game even more memorable.