Arkham Horror: Innsmouth Horror Expansion
- Designer Richard Launius , Kevin Wilson
- Publisher Fantasy Flight Games , Edge Entertainment , Galakta , Heidelberger Spieleverlag , Hobby World
- Illustration Ryan Barger , Katherine Dinger , Christine Griffin , Henning Ludvigsen , Tony Shasteen , Cyril Van Der Haegen
Track your results with Playnexi
Add this game to your collection and track sessions, scores, and statistics.
Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this expansion, players explore the decrepit fishing village of Innsmouth, threatened by ancient pacts and dark creatures. Unique personal stories for each investigator deepen the experience as players face new monsters and challenges. The expansion adds new investigators, Ancient Ones, and a new game board, enhancing the atmosphere and complexity of the base game.
Who Is This Game For?
This expansion is aimed at experienced players familiar with the Arkham Horror base game. Classified as a hobby-level game with a long playtime around 180 minutes, it is suitable for ages 13 and up and requires prior knowledge of the core rules.
How It Works
Arkham Horror: Innsmouth Horror Expansion features cooperative gameplay where players work together against the game. Dice Rolling and Point to Point Movement are core mechanics for navigating Innsmouth and resolving events. Variable Player Powers grant each character unique abilities, and Role Playing highlights personal investigator stories. The expansion adds new monsters, cards, and a dedicated game board to the base game.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Richard Launius and Kevin Wilson, Innsmouth Horror introduces unique personal stories and the ‘Innsmouth Look’ concept. It was nominated for the 2009 Golden Geek Best Board Game Expansion Award. Part of the Arkham Horror Files series, it deepens the Cthulhu Mythos theme with new content and challenges.
Awards
2009
Pro
- Over 300 new cards and many new monsters added
- Introduces personal investigator stories
- Cooperative mechanics with Variable Player Powers and Dice Rolling
- Nominated for Golden Geek Award 2009
Contra
- Long playtime of about 180 minutes requires patience
- Recommended for ages 13 and up
- Requires the Arkham Horror base game to play
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the dark, decaying fishing village of Innsmouth, Massachusetts, within H.P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu Mythos. The theme centers on horror, ancient pacts, and mysterious creatures threatening the town.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Familiarize yourself well with the base game before exploring the expansion’s additional mechanics.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, the expansion supports 1 to 8 players and can be played solo.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 180 minutes, with additional setup time possible.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with the Arkham Horror base game is needed due to new complex mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
The expansion offers unique personal stories and a new game board that deepen the Arkham Horror series.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complex gameplay and age recommendation of 13+, it is more suited to hobby gamers than families.
What mechanic makes it special?
It features cooperative play combined with Variable Player Powers and Role Playing elements.
Fazit
If you enjoy Arkham Horror and want to deepen the game world, this expansion offers extensive new content and complex cooperative mechanics. It is best suited for players with experience and patience for long sessions.
