Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you love 'Obsession' and crave more variety, these VIP guests are a fantastic way to spice up your games!
Highlights
- Emergent new strategies
- More varied gameplay
- Subtle, fun interaction
- Expands base experience
Keep in mind
- Can slightly unbalance
- Requires rule knowledge
- For dedicated fans only
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About the game
What you do in a play session
For all you 'Obsession' fans who love diving deep into the Victorian era's social machinations, get ready to give your mansion a serious upgrade! This expansion pack introduces four unique guests, each armed with their own special abilities to shake up your gameplay. Meet Count Zunyer Garcias, who helps you boost your hand with prestigious guests and even lets you retrieve one from your discard pile. Then there's Thomas, Lord Vasel, who grants you a free pass to grab any market tile (except monuments, of course!) without spending a dime, and even lets you pass this perk to the next player. Michael, Viscount DiLisio, arrives with extra cash and the power to dismiss unwanted guests, freeing up space for more desirable company. And to top it off, Camilla, Countess Cleghorn, not only allows you to add an extra guest to an activity, ignoring pesky restrictions, but also lets you draw a handful of casual guests to pick the best ones. Each of these characters adds an extra layer of strategy and unique opportunities, ensuring your game nights are always full of surprises and fresh tactics. It's the perfect chance to add that exclusive touch to your games and see who truly masters the art of hosting and impressing!
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Categories
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Publisher
Kayenta Games
Artist
Dan Hallagan
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game 'Obsession' to use this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game 'Obsession' to enjoy these new guests.
How many players does this expansion support?
This expansion adds guests that can be used in games for 1 to 4 players, just like the base game.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with these new guests?
The overall complexity doesn't change drastically, but each guest introduces a new rule or ability you need to manage, requiring a bit more attention and strategic thinking.
What are the main advantages these guests offer?
They offer advantages such as drawing more cards, getting resources for free, discarding unwanted guests, or adding extra guests to activities, opening up new tactical possibilities.
Are these guests difficult to understand how they work?
The rules for each guest are straightforward, but understanding how to integrate them into your strategy might take a few plays. A careful read of the cards and expansion rules helps a lot.
Is this expansion worth it for someone who plays 'Obsession' infrequently?
If you already enjoy the game and want to add extra flavor and variety to your sessions, it's definitely worth it! For very casual players, it might feel like a bit much initially.