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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love underground skirmishes and want to level up your Massive Darkness campaign, the Troglodytes expansion is for you!
Highlights
- Intense challenge
- Detailed miniatures
- Strong coop
- Tactical variety
Keep in mind
- Translation needed
- 22 new miniatures
- Variable playtime
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Massive Darkness: Enemy Box – Troglodytes brings 22 new enemy miniatures to the already epic cave campaign. Among them are troglodyte brutes and warriors, a cunning agent, and the fearsome Bloodseeker Minotaur, each with their own shadow abilities that boost defense and demand even more strategic teamwork from players. The expansion keeps the cooperative core that the series is known for, but adds another layer of complexity with variable player powers and dice rolls that determine attacks and defenses. The modular board continues to offer daily reconfigurations, ensuring each game is unique. While the set is a supplement, it requires players to have the base game and, due to language dependencies, it’s recommended to have a translated sheet or already adapted cards. For those who have already faced dragons and demons in caves, the presence of troglodites adds a new challenge: they hide in shadows and strike with precision, forcing the team to coordinate attacks more aggressively. If you enjoy tactical battles, well-drawn miniatures, and a subterranean adventure setting, the Troglodytes expansion will elevate your campaign and test even the most experienced heroes.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Publisher
CMON Global Limited, Guillotine Games, CrowD Games, Edge Entertainment
Designer
Jean-Baptiste Lullien, Nicolas Raoult, Raphaël Guiton
Artist
Édouard Guiton, Jason Hendricks
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players does it support?
The set works with 1 to 6 players, just like the base game.
What is the average playtime with the expansion?
Playtime can range from 30 to 45 minutes, depending on team experience and chosen difficulty level.
Does the expansion require additional components from the base game?
Yes, you need to have the Massive Darkness base game to use the new miniatures and rules.
Is there an language requirement?
Since the expansion was released in English, using translated cards or a translation sheet is recommended for smoother play.
Do the troglodytes have any special mechanics?
Yes, they use a shadow mode to gain defensive bonuses, making them tougher opponents.
What is the game complexity with the expansion?
The expansion keeps the base game's moderate complexity, with a slight increase due to new powers and challenges.