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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Perfect for those who found the original Nemesis 'too easy' and want a visceral biological challenge. The monster evolution mechanic creates insane tension.
Highlights
- Dynamic and terrifying monster evolution
- Constant pressure to manage corpses
- Impeccable biological horror atmosphere
- Highly detailed and imposing miniatures
Keep in mind
- Steeper learning curve
- Requires the base game to play
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Who knew a single cat could cause so much chaos? In Nemesis: Carnomorphs, the tragedy starts with a banal accident that releases a devastating parasitic virus. This genetic anomaly begins rewriting the ship's biomass, transforming everything—including the cat's remains and the crew in stasis—into starving abominations. Now, you and your crewmates must survive a biological nightmare where death isn't the end, but rather the fuel for the monsters' evolution.
The big game-changer here is the enemy evolution dynamic. Forget the standard combat from the core box; now you're dealing with Larvae (Metagorgers) that, if not eliminated quickly, escape and evolve into Shamblers. If you leave corpses scattered across the ship, these Shamblers will feast to become Fleshbeasts—monstrous creatures stronger than the Queen herself. There's even the Butcher, an alpha predator that emerges when one monster devours another.
This completely shifts the strategy: running away is no longer the best option. You'll be forced to be proactive, hunting creatures and, most importantly, burning corpses to prevent the ship's ecosystem from becoming uncontrollable. But be careful, as overusing the flamethrower can destroy vital parts of the ship. Additionally, the new Mutation cards bring cinematic effects, swapping some of your abilities for permanent buffs or debuffs.
Prepare for constant pressure. The game stops being just about completing your secret objective and becomes a desperate struggle to prevent the ship from turning into a nest of deformed flesh. It's pure survival, where every decision about who to save or which corpse to burn could be the difference between escaping or becoming protein for the next Carnomorph.
The big game-changer here is the enemy evolution dynamic. Forget the standard combat from the core box; now you're dealing with Larvae (Metagorgers) that, if not eliminated quickly, escape and evolve into Shamblers. If you leave corpses scattered across the ship, these Shamblers will feast to become Fleshbeasts—monstrous creatures stronger than the Queen herself. There's even the Butcher, an alpha predator that emerges when one monster devours another.
This completely shifts the strategy: running away is no longer the best option. You'll be forced to be proactive, hunting creatures and, most importantly, burning corpses to prevent the ship's ecosystem from becoming uncontrollable. But be careful, as overusing the flamethrower can destroy vital parts of the ship. Additionally, the new Mutation cards bring cinematic effects, swapping some of your abilities for permanent buffs or debuffs.
Prepare for constant pressure. The game stops being just about completing your secret objective and becomes a desperate struggle to prevent the ship from turning into a nest of deformed flesh. It's pure survival, where every decision about who to save or which corpse to burn could be the difference between escaping or becoming protein for the next Carnomorph.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Categories
Families
Publisher
Awaken Realms, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Cranio Creations, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Geekach LLC, Hobby World, Korea Boardgames, MINDOK
Designer
Adam Kwapiński, Paweł Samborski
Artist
Andrzej Półtoranos, Anna Myrcha, Ewa Labak, Jakub Mathia, Łukasz Jaskólski, Marcin Basta, Michał Sałata, Patryk Jędraszek
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game to play Carnomorphs?
Yes, this is an expansion. You need Nemesis for the board, basic rules, and characters.
Does the game become much harder?
Definitely. The monster evolution mechanic punishes passivity, forcing players to fight more than in the original game.
How does the monster evolution work?
Larvae evolve into Shamblers if they escape, and Shamblers evolve into Fleshbeasts if they consume whole corpses.
Are the miniatures any good?
Yes, the deformed flesh creatures are extremely detailed and bring a visceral look to the table.
How long does a game take with the expansion?
Between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and the level of chaos on the ship.