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Our Verdict
If you're into action-packed co-op, awesome miniatures, and a tactical space challenge, Zombicide: Dark Side is your go-to for blasting some xenos!
Highlights
- Intense cooperative action
- High-quality miniatures
- Challenging new enemies
- Invader compatibility
- Guaranteed replayability
Keep in mind
- Limited ranged combat
- Can be a bit long
- Relies on dice rolling
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Alright, folks! Get ready to dive deep into the Zombicide universe with Dark Side, a brand-new core box that brings all the adrenaline you've come to expect, but with a space and underground twist. Here, you and your friends take on the role of the brave soldiers of Green Squad, tasked with the unenviable mission of exploring the underground mining facilities of PK-L7. And, of course, it wouldn't be Zombicide without a new and terrifying threat: the Drillers! These red xenos are a spectacle, using the pits dug by the Driller Abomination for extra protection and to launch surprise attacks that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Oh, and as if that weren't enough, the crushing darkness of the tunnels will be your worst enemy, severely hampering ranged combat. But don't worry, Green Squad isn't alone! With brand-new equipment at your disposal and new tactics to learn, you just might stand a chance of making it out of this mess. Dark Side is perfect for those looking to start in the Zombicide sci-fi universe, but it's also fully compatible with Zombicide: Invader, acting as an expansion that supercharges your experience with even more content. In other words, it's a sure bet for anyone seeking intense cooperative action, awesome miniatures, and challenges that will test your strategy to the limit. Shall we?
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Publisher
asmodee, CMON Global Limited, Edge Entertainment, Guillotine Games
Designer
Jean-Baptiste Lullien, Nicolas Raoult, Raphaël Guiton
Artist
Henning Ludvigsen
Is Zombicide: Dark Side a standalone game or an expansion?
It's both! Zombicide: Dark Side functions as a standalone core box, perfect for newcomers to the Zombicide sci-fi universe. But the best part is that it's also fully compatible with Zombicide: Invader, acting as an expansion that adds a ton of new content to your game.
How many players can play a game?
Zombicide: Dark Side supports 1 to 6 players. It's ideal for both solo players looking for a challenge and larger groups who want to cooperate in the fight against the xenos.
What is the average playtime for a session?
A game typically lasts between 60 and 60 minutes, depending on the mission and the number of players. Get ready for an hour of intense tension and strategic decisions!
What is the complexity level of the game?
The game has a BGG weight of 2.4444/5, placing it in the medium complexity category. It's accessible for new players but offers enough tactical depth to satisfy Zombicide veterans.
What are the main components included?
The core box is packed with everything you'd expect from a Zombicide game: detailed miniatures of survivors, machines, and xenos (including the new Drillers!), modular board tiles, equipment cards, tokens, and, of course, a rulebook with various missions for you to tackle.
Who is Zombicide: Dark Side best suited for?
It's perfect for fans of cooperative games, science fiction enthusiasts, and, of course, existing Zombicide fans looking for more content. If you enjoy fighting hordes of enemies, exploring modular environments, and utilizing variable player powers, this game is for you!