
Ancient Terrible Things
Madness of McGuffin
An expansion by Simon McGregor
2-4 2-4
60 minutes Unknown
Hand Management, Set Collection, Push Your Luck, Dice Rolling, Worker Placement
Mythology, Dice, Horror
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Description
Ancient Terrible Things: Madness of McGuffin is a thrilling expansion to the base game Ancient Terrible Things, designed by Simon McGregor and published in 2018. This mini-expansion is perfect for 2 to 4 players looking to add a new layer of excitement to their gameplay experience, and with simple rules that can be explained quickly, you'll be delving into the world of horror and mythology in no time. The game is all about pushing your luck and managing your hand, as you navigate through a world of ancient terrible things, and with the addition of new mechanics, you'll need to think strategically to come out on top. The Madness of McGuffin expansion introduces 8 new starting Swag cards, which work in tandem with the white action dice to create a simplified re-roll and resource mechanic, allowing you to make the most of your turns. You'll also encounter a new Revelation Encounter, which utilizes purple dice to add an extra level of challenge and excitement to the game. With the quick reference rules card and backstory, you'll be able to dive right into the action, and the expansion's mechanics will have you on the edge of your seat as you try to outmaneuver your opponents. The game's categories of horror and mythology will transport you to a dark and mysterious world, where you'll need to use all your wits to survive. In this 60-minute game, you'll experience a mix of dice rolling, hand management, and set collection, all while navigating the worker placement mechanics. The expansion builds on the base game, adding new depth and complexity to the gameplay, and with its simple rules and quick playtime, it's perfect for a fun night in with friends or family. So, if you're ready to face the madness of McGuffin, gather your friends, grab your dice, and get ready to delve into a world of horror and mythology like never before. The white and purple dice, available in the Ancient Terrible Things: Skullpips accessory pack and the game Konja, will add an extra layer of excitement to your gameplay experience, so be sure to pick them up to get the most out of the Madness of McGuffin expansion.
