Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for those looking to vary their playstyle with control-oriented and trickster characters. The highlight is the illusion dynamic.
Highlights
- New heroes for every class
- Very fun illusion mechanics
- Strong crowd control via Silence
- Seamless integration with the base game
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game to play
- Playstyle might annoy some opponents
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About the game
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If you're already a fan of the brawl in Onward, it's time to upgrade your arsenal with the Nupten expansion. You know those characters that are almost impossible to hit because they seem to be everywhere at once? That's exactly the vibe this expansion brings to the table. We're talking about eight new heroes, covering every single class in the game, all belonging to the Nupten faction, arriving to shake things up in a very specific way.
The real trick of the Nupten faction is mobility and manipulation. They don't exactly play fair (in the best way possible, of course!). While other heroes might rely on brute force, the Nupten focus on absurd speed and the creation of illusions that leave the opponent swinging at shadows. On top of that, they've mastered the art of 'Silence'—that annoying mechanic (for the victim) that prevents the opponent from using certain abilities, forcing them to rethink their entire strategy mid-fight.
The best part is the total integration: you aren't locked into a single faction. You can freely mix Nupten heroes with the ones you already own, creating wild combinations and testing new synergies to see who can dominate the battlefield. If you enjoy characters who control the pace of the match and love messing with your opponent's head with tricks and agility, this expansion is for you. It's the kind of content that expands tactical possibilities and brings a fresh breeze to the fights, turning predictable clashes into true cat-and-mouse games. Get your reflexes ready, build your team, and try not to get lost in the illusions!
The real trick of the Nupten faction is mobility and manipulation. They don't exactly play fair (in the best way possible, of course!). While other heroes might rely on brute force, the Nupten focus on absurd speed and the creation of illusions that leave the opponent swinging at shadows. On top of that, they've mastered the art of 'Silence'—that annoying mechanic (for the victim) that prevents the opponent from using certain abilities, forcing them to rethink their entire strategy mid-fight.
The best part is the total integration: you aren't locked into a single faction. You can freely mix Nupten heroes with the ones you already own, creating wild combinations and testing new synergies to see who can dominate the battlefield. If you enjoy characters who control the pace of the match and love messing with your opponent's head with tricks and agility, this expansion is for you. It's the kind of content that expands tactical possibilities and brings a fresh breeze to the fights, turning predictable clashes into true cat-and-mouse games. Get your reflexes ready, build your team, and try not to get lost in the illusions!
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2
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3
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4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need the Onward base game for the rules and board.
How many new characters are included?
The expansion adds 8 new heroes, providing one for each available class.
Can I mix Nupten heroes with other factions?
Yes! You can freely build your team by mixing characters from different factions.
Does the game become more complex with this expansion?
The core complexity remains the same, but the new illusion and silence abilities add interesting tactical layers.
Who is this expansion for?
For those who love agile characters, control tactics, and prefer the strategy of 'confusion' over brute force.