The Witcher: Old World – Skellige

CD Projekt RED, Go On Board, ADC Blackfire Entertainment · Board game · 2023
1–5 · best 3 Solo 90–150 min Weight 2.3/5
8.5 rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
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8.5 rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for those who love the base game and want to expand the map with new sea adventures and epic monsters.

Highlights
  • New board expands the map
  • Dagon miniature is impressive
  • Ship travel adds fresh gameplay
  • Great integration with Monster Trail
Keep in mind
  • Partial incompatibility with Wild Hunt
  • Heavy reliance on translation
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About the game
Ready your sword and potions, because the world of The Witcher just got bigger! The Skellige expansion takes monster hunters to the islands of the Great Sea, an archipelago filled with warrior clans, cunning traders, and, of course, dangerous creatures just waiting for a distracted witcher. If you already enjoy the base game, this expansion is the perfect upgrade for those craving more exploration and fresh challenges.

The main highlight here is the map expansion. You get a new game board that significantly expands travel possibilities, adding brand-new locations and harbor tokens. But don't think getting there is a walk in the park: navigation is handled using ship miniatures, and every sea voyage brings the chance of unexpected encounters through an exclusive deck of Exploration and Event Cards.

And if you think you've seen it all, get ready for Dagon. This expansion introduces this ancient monster, bringing a heavyweight challenge for anyone brave enough to face the depths. Beyond the new content, the expansion maintains compatibility with the solo mode and various other additions, such as the Monster Trail and the Legendary Hunt, allowing you to build the ultimate hunting experience. Just a heads-up: due to the focus on the new exploration cards, full integration with the Wild Hunt expansion is limited, although you can still use the map and ship travel normally.

With new cards, detailed miniatures, and the dense atmosphere of Skellige, this expansion transforms the witcher's journey into something even more epic. It's your chance to train your skills in remote lands, forge political connections, or simply hunt monsters in places where few dare to go. If you're looking to broaden the horizons of your game and add more layers of narrative and strategy, the islands of Skellige are calling.
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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 need The Witcher: Old World to use the Skellige content.
Does it work with solo mode?
Yes! The expansion is fully compatible with the standard solo mode, adding new areas and challenges for solo players.
Can I use it with the Wild Hunt expansion?
Partially. Since it focuses heavily on new exploration cards, it doesn't work 100% with Wild Hunt, but you can still use the new map and navigation.
What's in the box?
You get the Dagon miniature, 3 ships, a new board, the monster card, harbor tokens, and 80 cards (exploration and events).
Does it make the game much more complex?
Not drastically. It adds new layers of exploration and travel but keeps the core mechanics of the base game.
Who is this recommended for?
For The Witcher franchise fans and players who felt the original map needed more space and variety.