The Light in the Mist

PostCurious, Board Game Walker 桌遊行者, frechverlag · Board game · 2022

1–4 · best 2 Solo 300–500 min Weight 2.9/5

— rating Ludopedia

8.0 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 32.00

— rating Ludopedia

8.0 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 32.00 Ask about Rules

Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you're into narrative games with puzzles and an artistic flair, 'The Light in the Mist' is a great pick! It's a deep experience that hooks you with its story and challenges.

Highlights

Engaging and deep narrative
Well-integrated puzzles
Incredible artistic component
Solo and co-op experience

Keep in mind

Limited replayability
High language dependency

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for an exciting and introspective journey in 'The Light in the Mist'! It all begins with a friend's mysterious disappearance, leading you to unearth a peculiar artifact. This object, which is actually a 78-card tarot deck (22 Major Arcana and 56 Minor Arcana), is the key to a narrative adventure that blends a coming-of-age story with puzzles. Each Major Arcana card presents an enigma to be deciphered, and you'll need to use the Minor Arcana cards, clues from the booklet, and your own logic to find keywords that unlock new parts of the story. Some passages might grant you useful items to unlock extra scenes, and the beauty is that some puzzles have multiple solutions – finding them all will yield even more story! With stunning illustrations, an engaging narrative, and challenges that vary in difficulty, the game adapts to all experience levels. You can play it solo, diving deep into the mystery, or in a group, cooperating to unravel the secrets. The non-linear structure and wealth of detail ensure over five hours of immersion. Can you navigate this mist of mysteries without getting lost?

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Rules videos

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1 videos

In English

How to play interview at Spiel 2025 BGG Watch on YouTube

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players

1 REC

2 BEST

3 OK

4 OK

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Game details

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Publisher PostCurious, Board Game Walker 桌遊行者, frechverlag, GaGa Games, JJ Board Game, Rawstone

Designer Jack Fallows, Rita Orlov

Artist Jack Fallows

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How long does a game session take?

Be prepared to dedicate time! A full playthrough of 'The Light in the Mist' can take between 300 to 500 minutes, meaning 5 to over 8 hours. It's an immersive experience that requires a significant time commitment.

How many people can play?

The game is very flexible! You can play it solo or with up to 3 friends, for a total of 4 players in cooperative mode. The experience changes quite a bit between these modes.

Is it very difficult to learn the rules?

The weight recorded on BGG is 2.875/5, indicating moderate complexity. The rules themselves aren't overly complex, but the challenge lies more in the puzzles and interpreting the narrative.

Do I need to know English to play?

Yes, unfortunately. The game has a high language dependency, with a lot of text to read on the cards and in the story booklet. There is no official Portuguese version.

Is it worth playing more than once?

This is a common characteristic of narrative and puzzle games. 'The Light in the Mist' has limited replayability, as the story and puzzles are fixed. It shines brightest during the first experience.

Who is this game recommended for?

It's ideal for those who love games with a strong narrative component, enjoy solving mysteries, tackling logical and visual puzzles, and appreciate elaborate artwork. Perfect for anyone seeking a long and immersive experience, whether alone or with a group.