Dead of Winter: The Long Night
- Designer Jonathan Gilmour-Long , Isaac Vega
- Publisher Plaid Hat Games , Arclight Games , CrowD Games , Cube Factory of Ideas , Edge Entertainment
- Illustration Joshua Panelo , David Richards , Fernanda Suárez , Peter Wocken
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Dead of Winter: The Long Night, players manage a new colony facing threats from deadly experiments at the Raxxon pharmaceutical facility. Players must survive raids, explore for powerful items, or strengthen their colony against undead hordes. The game blends Action Points, dice rolling, and hand management, requiring teamwork and tough narrative choices.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players aged 14 and up who enjoy cooperative and thematic games. With a playtime of around 120 minutes, it is a medium to heavy strategy game demanding patience and planning. Prior experience with cooperative games or the Dead of Winter series is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
Players use Action Points to perform various actions and roll dice to resolve events. Hand management and narrative choice mechanics influence the story and gameplay. The Push Your Luck element adds tension as players weigh risks against potential rewards throughout the game.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jonathan Gilmour-Long and Isaac Vega, this standalone expansion of the Dead of Winter series was nominated for Golden Geek awards in 2016 for Best Cooperative and Thematic Board Game. Its unique Raxxon setting and dynamic event boards create varied and immersive zombie survival scenarios.
Awards
2016
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay with strong narrative focus
- Engaging mix of Action Points and Push Your Luck
- Dynamic event boards increase replayability
- Part of the well-known Dead of Winter series
Contra
- Long playtime of about 120 minutes requires patience
- Complexity and theme may overwhelm newcomers
- Supports 2-5 players only, no solo mode
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a post-apocalyptic world plagued by zombies, the game takes place at a new colony near the Raxxon pharmaceutical company. It combines survival and exploration within a dark science fiction universe.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on teamwork and understanding narrative choices to better handle the game's challenges.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Dead of Winter: The Long Night supports 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Gameplay typically lasts around 120 minutes, with additional time for setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a medium to heavy cooperative game that benefits from some experience with similar titles.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of narrative choices, Push Your Luck, and the Raxxon setting sets it apart within the Dead of Winter series.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and complex themes, it is better suited for adult players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Action Points, Hand Management, and narrative decision-making defines the game experience.
Fazit
Dead of Winter: The Long Night is recommended for players seeking a complex cooperative horror game with strong narrative elements. Its longer playtime and thematic depth make it especially appealing to fans of the Dead of Winter series.
