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Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein

Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein

2-4
Players
180
Minutes
14+
Age
2019
Published

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What to Expect

Set in Paris in 1819, players compete as scientists to create a new monster. Using dice rolling, set collection, and narrative choices, you gather resources, conduct research, and hire dubious associates. Your decisions shape the story, leading to different outcomes, including bringing your creation to life or its death.

Who Is This Game For?

This game targets experienced hobby gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy complex horror and sci-fi themes. With a playtime around 180 minutes, it requires patience and strategic planning. Prior experience with narrative and strategic games is recommended.

How It Works

Abomination combines dice rolling, set collection, and narrative choice mechanics to build your monster. Variable player powers allow unique strategies, while events and storytelling influence the game flow. Players place workers, research, and recruit helpers aiming to bring their creation to life before the Captain kills it.

Dice Rolling Events Narrative Choice / Paragraph Set Collection Storytelling Variable Player Powers

What Makes It Special

Designed by Dan Blanchett, Abomination blends narrative mechanics with strategic worker placement. Inspired by Mary Shelley's classic, it features variable player powers and storytelling elements. The game belongs to the Frankenstein character family and explores mad science themes.

Pro

  • Deep narrative experience with storytelling and choices
  • Strategic variety via dice rolling, set collection, and variable powers
  • Atmospheric theme based on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein
  • Part of the Frankenstein character family with mad science theme

Contra

  • Long playtime around 180 minutes requires patience
  • Relatively high complexity, suited for experienced players
  • No solo mode available

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in Paris, 1819, within a gothic horror and mad science world. Players compete to create a new monster using Frankenstein's research.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on gradually understanding the mechanics and making deliberate narrative decisions to improve your gameplay.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

No, Abomination is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.

How long does a game really take?

A typical game lasts around 180 minutes, making it an extended play session.

What prior experience do I need?

Experience with narrative hobby games and complex mechanics is recommended.

How does this compare to similar games?

Abomination uniquely combines narrative storytelling with strategic dice rolling and worker placement in the Frankenstein genre.

Is this suitable for families?

Due to complexity and age rating of 14+, it's better suited for experienced players rather than families.

What mechanic makes it special?

The mix of narrative choice, dice rolling, and variable player powers defines the gameplay.

Fazit

Abomination is recommended for players seeking a complex narrative horror game with strategic depth. Its long playtime and complexity demand patience and experience.