Vampire: The Masquerade – Rivals: The Heart of Europe

Renegade Game Studios · Board game · 2022
2–4 30–70 min
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8.0 rating BGG
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Our Verdict

If you're already a fan of Vampire: The Masquerade – Rivals and want more variety and options to power up your decks, this expansion is a feast! Get ready to dominate Prague with new tactics.

Highlights
  • More card options
  • Expands existing strategies
  • New Prague setting
  • Increases replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • High language dependency
  • No new clans
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About the game
Get ready to invade the streets of Prague in Vampire: The Masquerade – Rivals: The Heart of Europe! This expansion supercharges the base game with a ton of new features that will make your nights of scheming even more intense. Check it out: there are no new clans in the area, but the existing ones will get a beefed-up arsenal! New vampires ready to join the fight, more sinister attacks, reactions that will catch you off guard, and havens that provide that crucial strategic advantage. The main goal is to continue dominating the city, using your cunning and your deck to overcome rivals and impose your will. Each new card added to your deck can completely change the course of the game, so choosing wisely what to buy and what to discard is the key to success. This expansion is perfect for those who already enjoy the Vampire: The Masquerade universe and want more depth and variety in their gameplay. The city of Prague becomes the new stage for your intrigues, adding a fresh touch to the setting. With more card and strategy options, each game becomes a new experience, testing your ability to adapt and plan. It's time to show who rules the heart of Europe!
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Cities: Prague (Czech Republic)
Publisher Renegade Game Studios
Designer Matt Hyra
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base game Vampire: The Masquerade – Rivals to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you'll need the base game to enjoy all the new content it offers.
How many players does this expansion support?
It maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 2 to 4 participants. The fun continues in a group!
Does the game's playtime change with this expansion?
The estimated playtime remains between 30 and 70 minutes, similar to the base game. The new options might cause slight variations, but the overall duration stays consistent.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly?
The expansion adds more options and might seem a bit more complex initially, but the core rules remain the same. For those who have mastered the base game, adaptation is smooth.
What are the main components included in this expansion?
You'll find new Vampire, Attack, Reaction, Haven, and other cards that expand the strategic possibilities for all the clans already present in the base game.
Does this expansion introduce new vampire clans?
No, this expansion focuses on adding more cards and options for the 10 clans already in the base game, without introducing new clans.
Is the game heavily reliant on English language knowledge?
Yes, the expansion has a high language dependency, with significant text on the cards. It's recommended to have a good level of English or use a reference guide.