La casa delle mannaie

Unicopli · Board game · 2024
Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 3–7 · best 5 15–30 min Weight 2.3/5
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FOR GENRE FANS

For fans of horror games with backstabbing and quick decisions. The controlled chaos of simultaneous action is the icing on the cake!

Highlights
  • Fast and intense matches
  • Brilliant curse mechanic tension
  • Multiple winning strategies
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination may frustrate
  • High randomness in interactions
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About the game

What you do in a play session

La Casa delle Mannaie ('The House of Cleavers') is a fast-paced, treacherous horror game for 3-7 players. You're greedy adventurers breaking into the Crin Manor - site of a 1970s massacre - hunting for the cursed gold coins of its former owner. But beware: the house's curse gradually erodes everyone's sanity, turning friends into bloodthirsty enemies. Each round features simultaneous action selection - attack, defend, collect treasure or try to keep your wits. Unique one-time abilities can swing the game, but use them wisely! Three ways to win: be the last survivor, escape with your sanity intact, or end the 7th round with the most coins and least wounds. In 30 minutes, someone will leave rich... or no one will leave alive.

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–7 players
3 REC
4 REC
5 BEST
6 BEST
7 REC

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Publisher Unicopli
Designer Dado Critico
Artist Paolo Vallerga

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Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
Does it work well with 3 players?
Yes, but it's more strategic. With 7 it becomes delicious chaos!
Is it too complex?
Weight 2.25/5 - simple rules but tough decisions. Learn in 10 minutes.
Cool components?
Thematic card art and sanity/wound markers. Nothing too fancy.
Who won't enjoy it?
Those who hate luck or player elimination. And the violence-sensitive.
Good for non-horror fans?
Theme is strong but mechanics are solid. Maybe adapt the mood.

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