Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
For lovers of chaotic games who can stomach a wobbling marble tower: Lovecraftian fun with generous doses of luck and insanity!
Highlights
- Real physical tension (the tower shakes!)
- Guaranteed laughs from marble effects
- Well-executed Lovecraft theme
- Fast and intense matches
Keep in mind
- May frustrate luck-haters
- Fragile components (plastic tower)
- Direct interaction can turn into 'all vs one'
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Tower of Madness is a Lovecraftian horror game where you try to save the world... or at least be the last one eaten by Cthulhu! The marble tower at the table's center is the game's heart: every failed investigation forces you to pull a tentacle, risking marbles to fall. Some give you points or powers, others drive you crazier than a cultist at a party. But beware: if one of the three DOOM marbles drops, it's game over for humanity and a collective victory for the maddest players! The game blends desperate dice rolling with a dash of 'take that' between investigators. Perfect for those who love ridiculous tension and aren't afraid to watch the tower shake (and sanity go out the window).
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Best player count
BGG community vote
3
REC
4
BEST
5
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Smirk & Dagger Games
Designer
Curt Covert
Artist
Brian Valeza, EJ Dela Cruz, Jen Santos
Community
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1,276owners
215wishlist
23want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players does it work best with?
Best with 4-5 for maximum chaos, but works well with 3 too.
Is the tower hard to assemble?
It comes pre-assembled, just plug in the tentacles. But be careful when transporting!
Is it kid-friendly?
Ages 12+ due to theme and needing coordination to pull tentacles without toppling everything.
Does it need much table space?
The tower is ~12 inches tall, so leave clearance for rogue marbles!
Is the game too luck-dependent?
YES, and that's part of the fun. Deep strategists should play Arkham Horror instead.
Does it require translation?
Cards have text, but you can play with a translated reference sheet.
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