The Witcher: Old World – Legendary Hunt

CD Projekt RED, Go On Board, ADC Blackfire Entertainment · Board game · 2023
1–5 · best 3 Solo 90–150 min Weight 2.8/5
8.9 rating Ludopedia
8.4 rating BGG
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8.9 rating Ludopedia
8.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those who want to turn their campaign into an epic race against giant bosses. The highlight is definitely the miniatures and the new victory condition.

Highlights
  • Imposing and detailed miniatures
  • Exciting new victory condition
  • Increases overall game tension
  • Mechanically unique final battles
Keep in mind
  • Incompatible with Wild Hunt expansion
  • Requires the base game to play
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About the game
You know those monsters that are so powerful and fierce that their mere presence sends entire cities into a panic? That's exactly what the 'Legendary Hunt' expansion brings to The Witcher: Old World. In this addition, the stakes are raised: simply surviving or hunting common beasts isn't enough; to claim victory, you must take down one of these colossal creatures roaming the Continent and sowing destruction.

The gameplay loop becomes a race against time and terror. From the very start, a Legendary Monster appears on the map and begins its path of devastation, leaving behind special destruction tokens. As a Witcher, you must balance your training and smaller hunts to ensure you're strong enough for the final clash. It's not just about brute force; you'll need to gather intel and prepare using the new Legendary Hunt Cards to track the beast and discover its weaknesses.

Component-wise, this expansion is a visual treat. It includes 7 massive miniatures that dominate the table, paired with Large Monster Cards detailing unique abilities and devastating attacks. To make the final battle feel truly epic, 20 new Combat Cards are introduced, used exclusively against these legendary foes, ensuring the climax of your game feels distinct from standard encounters.

If you love the feeling of progression—starting as a skilled hunter and evolving into a living legend—this expansion is a must-have. It adds a layer of urgency and a clear, overarching goal that drives every movement and upgrade decision. Just a heads-up on compatibility: it works seamlessly with the base game, solo mode, and most adventure packs, but it is not compatible with the 'Wild Hunt' expansion, as both introduce boss miniatures and could conflict in rules.
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Books: The Witcher Components: Miniatures Components: Multi-Use Cards Creatures: Monsters Crowdfunding: Catarse Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Crowdfunding: zagramw.to Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher CD Projekt RED, Go On Board, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Conclave Editora, Delta Vision Publishing, GaGa Games, Geekach LLC, Gen-X Games (GenX), Matagot, Pendragon Game Studio, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Yayoi The Dreamer
Designer Łukasz Woźniak
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion. You must own The Witcher: Old World to use these components and rules.
Can I use it with the Wild Hunt expansion?
No. Since both introduce boss miniatures and similar rules, they are not compatible with each other.
What's inside the box?
You get 7 giant miniatures, 7 boss cards, 20 special combat cards, 12 hunt cards, and 12 destruction tokens.
Does it work in solo mode?
Yes! The expansion is fully compatible with the solo mode and the game's solitaire rules.
Does it make the game much harder?
The difficulty spikes because the bosses are powerful, but you also receive new combat cards specifically designed to tackle these challenges.