The World of SMOG: Rise of Moloch – The Wheel

CMON Global Limited · Board game · 2018
2–5 45–90 min
rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
Buy
rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Love campaigns and unique powers? This World of Smog expansion brings more grit and magic to London!

Highlights
  • Expands the original campaign
  • New heroes and villains
  • More tactical elements
  • Deepens game lore
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
  • Increased complexity
RECOMMENDED
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.
About the game
Prepare to dive back into the smog-filled streets of London with "The Wheel," an expansion that shakes up the already electrifying "The World of Smog: Rise of Moloch." This time, ancient forces, viewing the corrupted city as an affront to natural balance, emerge from the shadows. They are the followers of "The Wheel," a mystical group of gypsies, witches, and fey beings seeking to purify the world using primal magics – and they won't hold back to achieve their goals.

This expansion injects new missions and challenges into the main campaign, introducing brand-new characters for you to control or face. Meet Reverend Dudley and his wife, who join the fight, and confront dangerous new agents like Nibaba, Baba Yaga, Divio Juckal, and the Cobblestone Golem. Oh, and don't forget the Night Creatures, who seem to have crawled right out of a nightmare! With new tiles to expand the board and more elements that enrich the experience, "The Wheel" promises to deepen the plot and tension, maintaining the strategic, twist-filled combat style that "Rise of Moloch" fans already love. If you enjoy games with campaigns, asymmetric powers, and a touch of dark magic, this expansion is a must-have to continue your saga.
BEST PLAYER COUNT
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK
5 OK
WHERE TO BUY
Finding best prices...
Game details

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Setting: The World of SMOG
Publisher CMON Global Limited
Designer Alex Olteanu, Christophe Madura, David Rakoto
Artist Christophe Madura, Georges Clarenko
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game "The World of Smog: Rise of Moloch" to play with "The Wheel"?
Absolutely! "The Wheel" is an expansion and adds content to the base game, so you need the original to play.
How long does a game session last with this expansion?
Game sessions remain in the 45 to 90-minute range, but as it's a campaign expansion, the total experience extends over multiple sessions.
Is it very complicated to learn the new rules?
If you've already played Rise of Moloch, you'll get the hang of it quickly. The expansion adds more layers but keeps the core mechanics intact.
How many players can participate?
Just like the base game, "The Wheel" is for 2 to 5 players.
Do I need to translate the entire game?
Yes, this expansion has a considerable language dependency. It's recommended to have the rules and cards translated to make the most of it.
What kind of components come in the box?
The expansion includes new Heroes, Agents, a new Minion type (Night Creatures), as well as tiles to expand the board and new mission scenarios.