Mask of the Elder Gods

Mask of the Elder Gods

Indie Boards & Cards · Board game · 2026
Ludopedia BGG 4–8 30–45 min
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RECOMMENDED

Perfect for parties and large groups who love a good bluff and dark themes!

Highlights
  • Fast-paced social deduction
  • Tense summoning ritual
  • Quick and dynamic
  • Cosmic horror themes
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination may occur
  • Highly dependent on social interaction
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get your ritual ready, because chaos is knocking at the door! In Mask of the Elder Gods, you have no idea where this sinister mask comes from, but you know one thing: whoever wears it becomes the living embodiment of a dark deity. The atmosphere is pure tension and suspicion. On one side, we have the loyal cultists who must interpret divine commands to complete a summoning ritual. On the other, we have the sneaky heretics, hidden among the group, whose only goal is to cause mayhem and ensure the ritual fails.

The real kicker here is the communication style. The deity can't just sit down and chat with the group; they can only communicate by accepting or rejecting the offerings they receive. This creates a scenario of pure guesswork and paranoia. Is what the god wants really what the group thinks? Or is that teammate of yours just trying to lead everyone straight into the abyss?

With team-based gameplay and the classic traitor element, Mask of the Elder Gods is a fast-paced social deduction game. It's quick and punchy, perfect for those who want a dose of adrenaline without spending the entire night on a single session. It's the kind of game that ends with everyone pointing fingers at each other, laughing (or screaming) in nervous excitement. If you love cosmic horror themes and enjoy testing your friends' loyalty, this game is about to become your new social obsession!

Best player count

BGG community vote

4–8 players
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5 OK
6 OK
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8 OK

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Game details

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Admin: Upcoming Releases
Publisher Indie Boards & Cards
Designer Adam Fuller, Nathan Basham
Artist Douglas Duarte

Community

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3owners
1wishlist

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game take?
It's quite fast, roughly 30 to 45 minutes!
What is the ideal player count?
The game shines with 4 to 8 players; more players means more chaos!
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are simple, focusing on interaction and suspicion.
Is it luck or strategy based?
It's a balance; strategy lies in reading people, but luck dictates the ritual's fate.
Can I play solo?
Not recommended, as the heart of the game is player interaction.

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