Summary:
Mansions of Madness Second Edition is a fully cooperative and immersive board game that takes players on a journey through the mysterious and eerie city of Arkham, Massachusetts. The game is packaged in a sturdy box measuring approximately 30.5 x 25.4 x 7.6 cm and weighs about 2 kg. Inside the box, players will find a variety of components including a rulebook, a companion app that controls the game's flow, detailed miniatures, intricately designed maps, a variety of cards and tokens, and custom dice. The miniatures are made of plastic and highly detailed and finely crafted, representing the various characters and monsters that players will encounter during their investigation.
In the game, players take on the roles of investigators who must uncover the truth behind a series of supernatural events that are happening in the city. The game is designed for 1-5 players and offers a different experience each time it is played due to its randomized scenarios, which are controlled by the companion app. Each scenario will have a unique set of objectives and challenges that players must complete in order to win the game. The companion app, which is available for download on iOS and Android devices, controls the game's flow and provides players with an interactive story-telling experience. The app randomizes the scenario, reveals clues, and controls the behavior of the monsters. The players' choices and actions will affect the outcome of the game.
Description
Mansions of Madness Second Edition is a fully cooperative and immersive board game that takes players on a journey through the mysterious and eerie city of Arkham, Massachusetts. The game is packaged in a sturdy box measuring approximately 30.5 x 25.4 x 7.6 cm and weighs about 2 kg. Inside the box, players will find a variety of components including a rulebook, a companion app that controls the game's flow, detailed miniatures, intricately designed maps, a variety of cards and tokens, and custom dice. The miniatures are made of plastic and highly detailed and finely crafted, representing the various characters and monsters that players will encounter during their investigation.
Players will have access to a wide range of special abilities and skills, each one unique to a particular investigator, that can be used to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles. They will also have to explore the mansion, searching for clues and solving puzzles, while also trying to avoid or fight off monsters that are roaming the mansion. The game also includes a variety of cards and tokens that players will use throughout the game. These include items, weapons, spells, and other objects that players can use to aid them in their investigation.
The game is recommended for players aged 14 and up, and has a playtime of 2-3 hours. With its challenging puzzles, immersive story, and intricate gameplay, Mansions of Madness Second Edition is a game that will keep players on the edge of their seats as they work together to unravel the mysteries of the city of Arkham. The game also offers a lot of replayability as the scenarios are randomized and the outcome depends on players choices and actions. The game also have an expansion pack that adds new investigators, monsters, map tiles, and other components to the game, allowing players to experience new and exciting adventures in the city of Arkham.