King of Tokyo/New York: Monster Pack – Luchador

IELLO · Board game · 2025
— Ludopedia 7.6 BGG 2–6 · best 3, 4 30 min Weight 2.0/5
Buy · from US$ 12.37
— rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

The Luchador Monster Pack injects an extra dose of adrenaline and direct interaction into King of Tokyo or New York. The challenge mechanic is the highlight, turning city control into a wrestling ring where strategy and luck collide. It's perfect for those looking to spice up their sessions with more rivalry and thematic fun.

Highlights
  • Very fun challenge mechanic
  • Adds direct player interaction
  • Flexible integration with base game
  • Well-applied wrestling theme
Keep in mind
  • Increases game session length
  • Requires base game to play
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to step into the ring! The Monster Pack – Luchador brings a professional wrestling vibe to the King of Tokyo and King of New York universe. This expansion introduces the Luchador monster, which can be integrated into your games with or without its specific power cards, offering total flexibility for those who want to vary their monster roster. But the real highlight here is the 'Challenge Mode'. You know when you deal that cheeky damage to someone occupying Tokyo or New York and the monster decides not to retreat? Now, you can challenge them to a one-on-one duel. The dynamic is quite fun: each player plays a challenge card face down, and other players at the table can even get involved, contributing cards to one side or the other. It's the perfect moment for a 'Giant Powerhouse' to turn the tide! Whoever wins the match takes the opponent's mask, which grants 2 victory points as long as you hold it. It's an addition that brings an extra spice of interaction and tension, turning every dice roll into a true entertainment match. If you already enjoy the frantic brawling of King of Tokyo, this expansion is an irresistible invitation to make your games even more competitive and thematic.

Expansion for

Published additional content

1 items

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 OK
3 BEST
4 BEST
5 REC
6 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Cities: Tokyo (Japan) Country: Japan Creatures: Monsters Game: King of Tokyo Theme: Kaiju
Publisher IELLO
Designer Richard Garfield
Artist Régis Torres

Community

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585owners
167wishlist
34want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires either King of Tokyo or King of New York.
Does the Luchador work with both games?
Absolutely! It is designed to be compatible with both King of Tokyo and King of New York.
Does the Challenge Mode make the game too long?
It adds a little more time due to duel resolutions, but it doesn't compromise the game's pace.
Can I use just the monster without the Challenge Mode?
Yes, the expansion elements can be used individually or together, according to your preference.
How many players can participate?
The expansion follows the player limit of the base game you are currently playing.
What happens if I lose the mask in a challenge?
You lose possession of the mask and, consequently, the 2 victory points it provided.