In Ancient Terrible Things, you play the role of an intrepid adventurer, exploring a dark jungle river. Each turn you must travel to a Fateful Location, face an Ominous Encounter and attempt to unlock its Ancient Secrets. If you succeed (using a combination of dice, tokens and cards), you add the Secrets to your score. If you fail, you unleash a Terrible Thing, which counts against your score at the end of the game. The object of the game is to be the player with the most Ancient Secrets when the game ends at the Unspeakable Event.
J**E
Ancient terrible things is a very fun board game that plays ...
Ancient terrible things is a very fun board game that plays 2-4 people (5 with the expansion bought separately). The game is similar to yatzee in the fact that you have to roll dice to match certain criteria and score points, or be punished if you fail; but it is really in the look and presentation where this boardgames shines. it has a dark, cthulhu pulp comic vibe, but kept really classy and without any gruesome imagery, making the game safe for younger teens. Lastly, the quality of all the elements is top notch. very recommended.
A**R
fun, gaming
This is my “ go to “ Halloween game. A little worker placement and set collection, make for crunchy , fun , gaming.
A**M
and this one is great for that
We are always on the lookout for board games that work with 2 players, and this one is great for that!
J**E
Great game
This board game is a lot of fun with a few friends. Really easy to learn and entertaining.
A**R
Five Stars
Chthloooooooooo! Lovecraft it!
D**E
Recommended Buy!
I purchased this game at Gencon 2017. I’ve only played it a few times so I can’t speak to longevity, but my wife and I have both enjoyed it each time we played. Pretty quick study, decent amount of strategy. Recommended buy!
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