Twisted Cryptids: Exclusive Edition

Unstable Games · Board game · 2025
Ludopedia 7.4 BGG 2–6 Weight 2.0/5
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If you enjoy a game with an unusual theme, asymmetric powers, and a good dose of bluffing and strategy, Twisted Cryptids: Exclusive Edition is a perfect fit! It's the kind of game that makes you laugh at the crazy situations while trying to trick your friends and become the supreme legend. Perfect for those looking for a light experience, but with interesting decisions and high replayability.

Highlights
  • Creative and fun theme
  • Varied asymmetric powers
  • High replayability
  • Direct and strategic interaction
  • Exclusive edition packed
Keep in mind
  • May have some luck dependence
  • Interaction can be aggressive for some
  • Game time may vary
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Twisted Cryptids: Exclusive Edition, you take on the role of a legendary cryptid, such as Bigfoot or Mothman, in an epic battle to become the true Legend among your peers. The life of a cryptid isn't easy, with hunters, researchers, and curious humans lurking, so you'll need to be cunning to manipulate public perception and build your own myth. The game challenges you to create elaborate hoaxes, perfect distractions, and lure humans into the shadows, all to accumulate myth points and prove you are the most legendary of all. But beware, showing your true form can leave you vulnerable! Each player chooses a character with unique powers and their secret hiding spots, using Action cards to control the effects of being sighted. Additionally, you'll have individual objectives to complete, guaranteeing extra points at the end. After five intense rounds, the cryptid with the most myth points is crowned the supreme Legend, while the others must scramble to avoid being caught by humans. This Kickstarter exclusive edition comes packed with extra content, including the base game and the 'Ness is More' expansion, which adds Nessie and Chupacabra as playable characters. Furthermore, you'll find the 'Unicorn Frenzy', 'Field Trip', and 'Alien Invasion' mini-expansions, all within an exclusive box with an expanded vac tray, perfect for storing your sleeved cards. Get ready for an adventure full of mystery, strategy, and lots of fun!

Best player count

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2–6 players
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Game details

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Creatures: Bigfoot / Yeti / Sasquatch Creatures: Chupacabras Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Misc: LongPack Games Theme: Cryptids
Publisher Unstable Games

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players does Twisted Cryptids support?
The game is ideal for 2 to 6 players, making it super versatile for different groups of friends.
What is the average game duration?
A game of Twisted Cryptids lasts up to 60 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 2/5, Twisted Cryptids is considered a light to medium complexity game, easy to learn but with strategic depth.
Is the Exclusive Edition really worth it?
Absolutely! It includes the base game, the 'Ness is More' expansion, and three more mini-expansions, plus an exclusive box and tray for sleeved cards. It's plenty of content for those who want it all at once!
Is the game very language dependent?
Not much. The text on the cards is minimal and easily memorized, so even those who don't master English can play easily after one or two games.
Who is Twisted Cryptids recommended for?
It's perfect for those looking for a fun thematic game with player interaction, asymmetric powers, and a bluffing and area control vibe. If you like cryptids and want something different, you'll love it!
Are the components of good quality?
Yes, LongPack Games is known for its production quality, and the exclusive edition also comes with an expanded vac tray, ideal for protecting your cards.

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