Arkham Horror: In Too Deep

Board Game Geek Reviews

1. 8.5 out of 10

   Mozzik

   This is an incredibly thematic scenario where the mechanics and game play blend very well to produce emergent story telling. It can be a bit swingy with certain token pulls or particularly ill-timed treachery, and it also is extremely hard to accomplish everything (But not in a way that ruins the fun). It also both uses the Innsmouth mechanics heavily, but in a way that feel like a retread of Pit of Despair, while also introducing barricades making the scenario feel unique despite being roughly 50 scenarios in. The only real downside is there isn't much variance from play to play. The player cards are also winners where even the more niche cards are at least exploring something that hasn't been explored much (engagement). The headliners are clearly the permanent Covenants which are critical to defining curse/bless game play, however we also have another suite of Mystic spells (Which are particularly enticing if you don't have the Jacqueline starter) and Mariner's Compass which really opens up some space for Survivors.

2. 9 out of 10

   Bayushi Sezaru

   Arkham Horror: the Card Game is an awesome crossover between RPG and card game, thriving in atmosphere character development. No need to point out that expanding the card pool (both with new scenarios and new investigator cards) is a great way to keep it fresh and enticing! In Too Deep is the first of the sixth cycle of Mythos Packs, and contains the third scenario of The Innsmouth Conspiracy campaign. In addition, of course there are a few new tasty player cards.

3. 9.5 out of 10

   PopsGhostlyX

   Excellent theme and fun gameplay, too. As all things Arkham Horror, things can go from bad to worse in a real hurry. Mounting danger adds tension to the gameplay and oozes theme throughout. Be ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge.