Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein
2019
Design8.0/10
Interaction6.0/10
Artistry7.0/10
Strategy7.0/10
Complexity8.0/10

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein offers a balanced level of interaction where you still do your own thing, but opponent decisions matter. It creates shared tension without becoming overly confrontational.

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The art, setting, and presentation in Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein create a strong table presence. Aesthetics are a major appeal for this game.

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein rewards long-term planning and sequencing. Players who enjoy deeper strategic arcs and optimization will likely find a lot to explore.

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein is a more complex title that can take time to fully absorb. It is usually best for players comfortable tracking layered rules and multi-step decisions.

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein

Compete to build Frankenstein's monster, balancing ethics and ambition in 19th-century Paris.
2019 • 2–4

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2–4
Avg time
120 min
Age
14+

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Overview

In Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein, you take on the role of a 19th-century scientist in Paris, driven by ambition and perhaps a touch of madness, to recreate the infamous Creature. As a protege of Victor Frankenstein, you have access to his notes and some resources, but you need to experiment and procure further materials to achieve your goal. Compete against other scientists by strategically deploying your assistants to various locations around the city to gather components, research forbidden knowledge, and even engage in unsavory acts.

The core of the game lies in the careful management of your workforce and resources. Each round presents difficult decisions about which actions to prioritize: exhume bodies from the cemetery, scavenge for parts in the butcher's shop, or seek out scientific insights at the university. A unique lab phase allows players to work simultaneously on their creations, attempting to bring them to life before the others. You must balance your humanity and ethics against the ruthless pursuit of your scientific endeavors, which makes the game full of moral choices.

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