How many players is Shadows of Malice?

Shadows of Malice plays with 1–8 players, ages 14 and up.

How long does Shadows of Malice take to play?

A game of Shadows of Malice takes 120 min, at medium complexity (3.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Shadows of Malice any good?

Shadows of Malice rates 7.3/10 from 397 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around cooperative game, dice rolling, grid movement.

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Shadows of Malice (2014)

1–8 players · 120 min · age 14+ · ★ 7.3 on BGG

Players: 1–8
Play time: 120 min
Age: 14+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.3/10

Best for 1–8 players aged 14+ who like adventure games — medium complexity, plays in 120 min.

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About Shadows of Malice

Shadows of Malice is a cooperative game in which 1-8 player(s) work to unseal hidden Wells of Light to prevent the shadow demon Xulthûl from gaining a physical form and overrunning the Realm of Aethos. The Wells are located in strongholds scattered throughout the Realm and defended by powerful Guardians.

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Adventure Fantasy

Mechanics: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Modular Board, Role Playing · Designer: Jim Felli

Players: 1P · 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P · 7P · 8P

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Shadows of Malice FAQ

How many players is Shadows of Malice?: Shadows of Malice plays with 1–8 players, ages 14 and up.
How long does Shadows of Malice take to play?: A game of Shadows of Malice takes 120 min, at medium complexity (3.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Shadows of Malice any good?: Shadows of Malice rates 7.3/10 from 397 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around cooperative game, dice rolling, grid movement.