# Munchkin Reindeer Games ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2011 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 4, 5) - **Duration**: 90 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Steve Jackson (I) - **Artists**: John Kovalic - **Publishers**: Pegasus Spiele, Steve Jackson Games, Wargames Club Publishing - **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting, Humor - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict Perfect for Munchkin fans who want to add a festive and absurd twist to their games. The highlight is the hilarious theme.Sharp and creative humorVery funny new monstersSeamless integration with base gameRequires base game to playLanguage dependent cardsFOR GENRE FANS ## Description If you thought the world of Munchkin was already chaotic enough, brace yourself because Christmas has arrived — and it didn't come to bring peace and love, but rather mayhem and festive monsters! In Reindeer Games, the classic vibe of 'kill monsters and loot their stuff' gets a splash of glitter and snow. Forget traditional dungeons for a moment; now you'll be facing bizarre Christmas creatures. Ever imagined fighting Mrs. Claus or battling defective toys that were sent back to the factory? That's exactly the kind of absurdity you'll find here. The goal remains what every Munchkin player loves: level up, cheat your friends, and be the first to reach glory, but now with a seasonal twist. You'll find hilarious equipment to protect yourself, such as snow shoes and reindeer hats, turning your journey into a true Christmas party... if you survive, of course. The game dynamics maintain the essence of the series: heavy interaction, game-changing cards, and that delightful feeling of screwing over your buddy at the most opportune moment. Since this is an expansion, you'll need the base Munchkin game to play. It adds layers of humor and new cards that refresh the experience, bringing thematic monsters and items that fit perfectly within the game's madness. It's the perfect choice for those looking to upgrade their collection and turn family gatherings into Christmas battlefields. Get your dice ready, organize your hand, and remember: in Munchkin's Christmas, the only thing that really matters is who gets the shiniest loot and who can take down their friend first. Who said the holiday spirit doesn't go well with betrayal and greed? ## How to Play Game Objective Refer to the manual for details on this section. Preparation (Setup) This booster can only be used with the Munchkin base set, or with as many expansions as you like. However, the more expansions you use, the more you dilute the special interactions of this set (especially the Santa monsters). To improve your chances of seeing the special cards from this set, leave them out of each deck while you shuffle the rest of the cards. Then, take about an inch of cards from the Door deck, shuffle the Reindeer Games Door cards into that pile (along with the Waiting for Santa and Santa’s Revenge cards, if you have those boosters) and place the pile back on top of the Door deck. Do the same with the Treasure cards. Gameplay Flow Refer to the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play Santa Monsters The monsters in this set, as well as those from Waiting for Santa and Santa’s Revenge, are all marked as Santa monsters. Whenever a Santa monster is in combat, any player can play another Santa monster to help it without using a Wandering Monster card. If you own Unnatural Axe, then the Santa from that set is also a Santa monster. You can take the Santa from your Unnatural Axe set and add it to this one, if you wish (and we think you should), regardless of whether or not you use the rest of Unnatural Axe. End of Game and Scoring Refer to the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning To improve your chances of seeing the special Reindeer Games cards, leave them out of the Door and Treasure decks while shuffling the rest of the cards. Then, shuffle the Reindeer Games cards into the top of each deck. Take advantage of the Santa monsters' ability: any player can play another Santa monster to help in combat without using a Wandering Monster card. This can be a great way to increase the power of monsters in combat. ## FAQ ### Can I play with just the expansion? No, Reindeer Games is an expansion. You must own the base Munchkin game to play. ### Is the game hard to learn? If you already know Munchkin, it's instant. If you're new, the curve is low, but base game rules are essential. ### How many people can play? The expansion supports 3 to 6 players, maintaining the original game's group dynamics. ### Is the game available in English? Yes, but check your specific edition as the core experience relies heavily on the text on the cards. ### How long does a game take? Usually between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on how cruel you are to your friends.