# Shadowrift: Boomtown

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 45-120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Jeremy Anderson
- **Artists**: Othon Nikolaidis, Ross Grams, Sabine van Apeldoorn
- **Publishers**: Starling Games (II), Tycoon Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management

## Verdict
If you enjoy cooperative deck-building games with a dark fantasy theme, Shadowrift: Boomtown is an expansion worth checking out. The new monsters and heroes add freshness to the base game, with challenges that demand teamwork and strategy. The experience is intense and rewarding, especially for fans of the original game.Challenging new monstersHeroes with unique abilitiesIncreased strategic depthRequires base gameMay be complex for beginnersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Shadowrift: Boomtown is an exciting expansion that introduces new challenges and characters to the cooperative world of Shadowrift. Two new monster factions join the fray: the Goblins, with their evil magic and excessive explosives, and the Colossi, gigantic creatures armed to the teeth. To counter these threats, two new heroes step into the fight: the Fencer, agile and precise, and the Chronomancer, who manipulates time to their advantage. Get ready for deeper strategies and intense battles as you defend the town from invading hordes. Deck building and hand management are key to surviving in this dark fantasy world.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 to 6 players, great for groups or solo play.

### How long does a game take?
Between 45 and 120 minutes, depending on player count and difficulty.

### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the original Shadowrift.

### Is it hard to learn?
If you know the base game, the learning curve is smooth. Beginners might find it a bit complex.

### What are the new heroes?
The Fencer, an expert in dodging and precise attacks, and the Chronomancer, who manipulates time.

### Is it worth it for base game owners?
Absolutely! It adds variety and new challenges that refresh the game.

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