Cryptic Explorers

The Alpha Return

2 - 4 Players 120 - 240 minutes Unknown

Action Points, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Player Elimination, Team-Based Game

Horror, Science Fiction

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Description

Get ready for a thrilling adventure with Cryptic Explorers: The Alpha Return, the latest expansion to the hit board game Cryptic Explorers. Released in 2022, this expansion promises to deliver even more excitement and horror to the table. Designed for 2 to 4 players, The Alpha Return can be played in 120 to 240 minutes, making it a great option for a fun night in with friends. The best part is that the game rules are easy to learn, so you can dive right in and start exploring the Realms of Death with your teammates. In The Alpha Return, you'll embark on the doomed first mission of the Cryptonauts, navigating through a grid-based world, managing your hand, and rolling dice to determine your fate. With the introduction of 3 new Goddesses and 6 new Cryptonauts, you'll have even more options to customize your gameplay experience. The expansion also includes a novella that adds depth to the game's story, drawing you deeper into the world of horror and science fiction. As a team-based game, you'll need to work together to survive, but be warned: player elimination is a real possibility, adding an extra layer of tension to the game. Will you be able to make it out alive, or will you succumb to the dangers of the Realms of Death? There's only one way to find out.