Resident Evil 2: The Board Game – B-Files Expansion

Steamforged Games Ltd. · Board game · 2018
1–4 Solo
2.0 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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2.0 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A must-have for fans craving more survival tension and relentless pursuit!

Highlights
  • Challenging new scenarios
  • 9+ hours of gameplay
  • Relentless new adversary
  • Deepens the campaign
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • High difficulty spike
  • Language dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you thought you had experienced true terror in Resident Evil 2, get your heart (and ammo supply) ready, because the B-Files expansion is here to crank up the desperation! This isn't just some cosmetic add-on; we're talking about a meaty package that injects over nine hours of pure adrenaline into your gaming sessions. The expansion introduces six brand-new scenarios, each with its own unique atmosphere of tension, along with new enemies that will make you second-guess your survival tactics.

As you explore these new areas, you'll encounter fresh items and events that could either be your salvation or your tragic end. But don't think for a second that things will get easier. We've dialed up the difficulty: these challenges are much more brutal and demanding than in the base game. And the worst part? Get ready to meet a relentless new adversary. This isn't just another monster on the map; it's a persistent presence that will hunt you relentlessly throughout the campaign, turning every session into a frantic chase.

For those who already love the cooperative mechanics and action point management of the original game, B-Files is the spice needed to keep the group together (or spark intense strategic debates under pressure). It's the perfect opportunity to test if your team can truly stay calm when the walls close in and the right enemy is lurking right behind the door. If you're looking to expand the Raccoon City universe with deeper narrative stakes and a difficulty level that truly rewards careful planning, this expansion is your mandatory next step. Just remember: in Resident Evil, the line between victory and a nightmare is as thin as a single pistol bullet!

Expansion for

Published additional content

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Best player count

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1–4 players
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Game details

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Video Game Theme: Resident Evil
Publisher Steamforged Games Ltd.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Can I play this without the base game?
No way! This is an expansion and requires the original Resident Evil 2 game to play.
Is the expansion very difficult?
Yes, it's designed to be tougher than the base game, introducing new enemies and more aggressive pursuits.
How much playtime does it add?
The expansion offers over nine hours of new gameplay through its six scenarios.
Do I need to know English?
Yes, there is a significant language dependency to understand the scenarios and event text.
How many players can play?
It supports 1-4 players, just like the base game.
What's included in the box?
It includes new scenarios, enemies, areas, events, items, and campaign elements.