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Our Verdict
If you enjoy Viceroy and crave more challenge and options, this expansion is for you! More cards, more modes, and more scheming for your pyramid of power.
Highlights
- Expands the base game
- New modules and modes
- More strategy and options
Keep in mind
- Language dependency
- Requires base game
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Hey gamers! Ready to level up your base game of Viceroy? The "Times of Darkness" expansion is here to supercharge your pyramid of power with a new cast of characters full of secrets. You know those sneaky aristocrats and shady underworld figures? They're here to help you gather precious diamonds and, as a bonus, fend off some uninvited monsters.
This box packs three expansion modules that will add extra spice to your games. Plus, you'll find revised law cards, bringing new dynamics to the rules, and brand-new game modes, designed especially for solo players or pairs. If you already enjoy the hand management, memory, and set collection aspects of the original Viceroy, this expansion offers even more options and challenges. Get ready to bluff, plan, and place your tiles with even greater strategy. It's your chance to refresh the experience and dive headfirst into this fantastic universe, building your city and civilization like never before!
This box packs three expansion modules that will add extra spice to your games. Plus, you'll find revised law cards, bringing new dynamics to the rules, and brand-new game modes, designed especially for solo players or pairs. If you already enjoy the hand management, memory, and set collection aspects of the original Viceroy, this expansion offers even more options and challenges. Get ready to bluff, plan, and place your tiles with even greater strategy. It's your chance to refresh the experience and dive headfirst into this fantastic universe, building your city and civilization like never before!
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Publisher
Hobby World, Mayday Games
Designer
Yuri Zhuravljov
Artist
Anna Ignatieva, Dmitry Burmak, Dmitry Prosvirnin, Ilya Komarov, Kate Maximovich, Pavel Guzenko, Sergey Dulin, Uildrim
Do I need the base game Viceroy to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! "Times of Darkness" is an expansion and requires the base game Viceroy to be played.
How many players can play with the expansion?
The expansion maintains the original player count (1-4) but adds specific modes for 1 and 2 players.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The expansion introduces more options and strategies, which might increase the perceived complexity, but it maintains the game's core. The base game's BGG weight is 3.5/5, and the expansion adds more layers.
Do I need to translate anything to play?
Yes, the expansion has cards in English, and using a translated spreadsheet or printed cards is recommended to facilitate gameplay.
What are the main new elements the expansion brings?
It adds three expansion modules, revised law cards, and new game modes, focusing on aristocrats, underworld figures, and fighting monsters.
Is this expansion good for players who enjoy games with more interaction or bluffing?
The expansion adds more strategic elements and cards that can be used for bluffing or interacting with opponents, intensifying the experience.