Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients
2014
Design8.0/10
Interaction7.0/10
Artistry9.0/10
Strategy6.0/10
Complexity7.0/10

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What kind of game is Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients?

Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

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Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

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The art, setting, and presentation in Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients create a strong table presence. Aesthetics are a major appeal for this game.

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Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients sits in a middle lane where planning matters, but you can still adapt on the fly. It offers strategic decisions without demanding exhaustive optimization every turn.

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Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients 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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Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients

Explore dark mines, battle monsters, and level up heroes in a supernatural Old West.
2014 • 1–4

Player info

Average rating
2.00
Players
1–4
Avg time
120 min
Age
12+

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Overview

Shadows of Brimstone: City of the Ancients plunges players into a cooperative adventure set in the dark and mysterious Old West, tinged with the supernatural. As brave adventurers, you'll delve into abandoned mines and other treacherous locations, battling horrific monsters and uncovering ancient secrets lurking beneath the surface. Each player takes on the role of a unique hero, complete with special abilities and a personalized backstory, ready to fight back the encroaching darkness.

Gameplay revolves around exploring a modular board, rolling dice to resolve combat and skill checks, and strategically using your character's unique abilities. The constant threat of deadly creatures and unpredictable events ensures that every game is a nail-biting struggle for survival. As you progress, you'll gather valuable loot, level up your characters, and customize them to face even greater challenges in this narrative-driven adventure.

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