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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein Board Game - Create Monstrous Masterpieces in a Race Against Time! Horror Strategy Game, Ages 14+, 2-4 Players, 60-120 Min Playtime, Made by Plaid Hat Games

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 313 ratings

  • MONSTROUS COMPETITION: Step into the eerie world of Paris in 1819 and compete against amoral scientists to construct a creature that should not exist. Will you be the first to bring your monstrous creation to life?
  • STRATEGIC CRAFTSMANSHIP: Research the latest scientific findings, gather materials, and charge Leyden jars as you embark on a race to assemble a viable living being worthy of your benefactor's obsession.
  • DARK DEALINGS: Bribe, steal, exhume, and even resort to murder in your quest for victory, but beware—the Creature is always watching, and failure is not an option.
  • THRILLING LABORATORY PHASE: Experience a unique Lab Phase where all players work simultaneously on their creations, adding a dynamic and engaging element to the game.
  • MORAL DILEMMAS: Make choices that reflect your values—will you prioritize your humanity or pursue research at any cost? The decisions you make will shape your path to victory.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

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Abomination The Heir of Frankenstein Board Game - Create Monstrous Masterpieces in a Race Against Time! Horror Strategy Game, Ages 14+, 2-4 Players, 60-120 Min Playtime, Made by Plaid Hat Games


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It is Paris, 1819, and you play God for the sake of the Devil. In secret workshops scattered around the city, stacks of bloodless extremities and human organs fuel a nightmarish contest. A creature that should not exist drives a Group of amoral scientists to build it an unspeakable companion. And elsewhere, a Grizzled old sea captain clutches The grip of his pistol. He has come to honor the promise made to a dying Victor Frankenstein, and he prays for courage. Taking place 20 years after the events in Mary shelley's classic novel, Abomination: the heir of Frankenstein is a game of competitive monster creation. Race to construct a viable living being to satisfy the Mad obsession of your benefactor. Research The newest scientific findings, charge your Leyden jars, and scavenge the local cemeteries for the raw materials needed to Perfect your craft. Bribe, steal, exhume and murder your way to victory, for the creature is always watching, and it does not tolerate failure…


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Price $50.99 $71.14 $13.59 $9.59
Type of Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game Board Game
Number of Players 2 to 4 Players 3 to 7 Players 1 to 4 Players 2 to 4 Players 2 to 4 Players 1 to 6 Players
Average Playtime 1-2 Hours 2-4 Hours 45+ Minutes 30-45 Minutes 30-120 Minutes 45 Minutes
Recommended Player Age 14+ 14+ 8+ 7+ 14+ 14+
Game Objectives Race to construct a viable living being to satisfy the mad obsession of your benefactor. In this survival game, pirates face desperate struggles in which they must fight and steal to stay alive. Players take on the role of a wizard's familiars and go on a decades-spanning adventure to protect and raise a displaced princess. Program lovable robots with your friends and complete challenges before their batteries run out. Start your own (legitimate) businesses and watch them flourish. Recruit the finest disillusioned ne’er-do-wells to hold your territory, and purchase black market resources that’ll give you the edge. Players control video game fighters battling to gain the most stars by knocking out their opponents. Throw super punches and kicks to become the ultimate fighter!
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Strategy Game
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What's in the box

  • 1 Paris Board, 1 Event Board, 4 Laboratory Boards, 8 Shock Dice, 4 Anatomy Cards, 6 Character Cards, 15 Encounter Cards, 19 Event Cards, 16 Humanity Cards, 16 Research Cards, 16 Scoundrel Cards, 52 Cadaver Cards, 1 Captain Meeple, 1 First Player Creature Meeple, 16 Scientist Meeples, 12 Assistant Meeples, 42 Francs, 4 Ice Block Tokens, 16 Leyden Jar Tokens, 170 Material Cubes, 30 Monster Body Part Tokens, 28 Damage Markers, 4 Player Score Markers, 6 Bonus Objective Markers, 1 Bribe and Bump Track, 4 Event Markers, 12 Police Markers, 4 Player Reference Cards, 24 Alive Markers, 12 Plastic Connector Sets, 1 Rulebook
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    Customers find the board game engaging and true to its macabre theme. They appreciate the well-designed and immersive gameplay that fits the macabre theme well.

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    9 customers mention "Gameplay"9 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy the game's gameplay. They find it engaging, with a good theme and macabre style. The plot is described as neat and the replayability is appreciated. Overall, customers find the game challenging and enjoyable.

    "This game is very well designed and captures the theme amazingly well...." Read more

    "While the subject may keep some from playing, this is a macabre game that is true to its' theme...." Read more

    "...I love the theme, the story and in game events actually interact the players with the Frankenstein monster, the plot is a neat flavor element...." Read more

    "...The game did not disappoint. There definitely was a learning curve until we got the hang of it. We both loved it...." Read more

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    Customers like the design of the board game. They say it looks cool and captures the theme well.

    "This game is very well designed and captures the theme amazingly well...." Read more

    "...involved with animating your own monster, but this also fits the theme very well. As much as I love this game, it is not without flaws...." Read more

    "...Theme looked pretty cool and have never played a game with this much...meat. Well, I ordered it and was looking forward to give it a shot...." Read more

    A Shocking Good Time
    4 out of 5 stars
    A Shocking Good Time
    As someone who is just getting into worker placement, this game was. a beast but worth the purchase. I've always loved a dark horror taste in my board games and this did not disappoint. This took some time getting used to and learning, however it was still a quality game. I love the theme, the story and in game events actually interact the players with the Frankenstein monster, the plot is a neat flavor element. However, there are a couple negatives. The player boards are not that great just thin cardboard player mats, not a high deal for me but still could've upped the design quality on those. Secondly there are some rule technicalities within the game that are not addressed in the rulebook. The rulebook itself is played out in an easy enough to understand layout, but we had to rationalize through a few questions that came up. All in all I still say it's worth the money and a very good thematic game for those who enjoy the horror genre. Solid 4 stars, and would recommend to semi experienced board gamers.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2021
      This game is very well designed and captures the theme amazingly well. It even has actual historical references that tie into the period and some of the troubling experimentation that was part of the early days of modern science. It’s only draw back is the length. This is a 3+ hour game even with experienced hardcore board gamers.
      2 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2020
      While the subject may keep some from playing, this is a macabre game that is true to its' theme.
      Paris, rob graves, steal bodies, gain experience and build a Frankenstein monster.
      This is a very challenging game with lots of replay built in.
      My group loves it.
      It plays well with 2, 3 or 4 players and a solo variant is available.
      Excellent buy
      10 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2020
      I absolutely love this game. It is not for everyone. It is quite dark and morbid. However, from a thematic perspective, it is pitch perfect. The game mechanics are pretty standard worker placement, resource management, with some engine building. There is quite a bit of luck and challenge involved with animating your own monster, but this also fits the theme very well.

      As much as I love this game, it is not without flaws. The rules and iconography are a bit clumsy, making it confusing to learn. Also, there are some color mismatches that add to the confusion. Also, the game play is rather long. There is an Igor rules variant that has been released by the game designer, but I have yet to try.

      I am a huge fan of this game as is, but I look forward to trying the variant.
      12 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2021
      As someone who is just getting into worker placement, this game was. a beast but worth the purchase. I've always loved a dark horror taste in my board games and this did not disappoint. This took some time getting used to and learning, however it was still a quality game. I love the theme, the story and in game events actually interact the players with the Frankenstein monster, the plot is a neat flavor element. However, there are a couple negatives. The player boards are not that great just thin cardboard player mats, not a high deal for me but still could've upped the design quality on those. Secondly there are some rule technicalities within the game that are not addressed in the rulebook. The rulebook itself is played out in an easy enough to understand layout, but we had to rationalize through a few questions that came up. All in all I still say it's worth the money and a very good thematic game for those who enjoy the horror genre. Solid 4 stars, and would recommend to semi experienced board gamers.
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      4.0 out of 5 stars A Shocking Good Time
      Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2021
      As someone who is just getting into worker placement, this game was. a beast but worth the purchase. I've always loved a dark horror taste in my board games and this did not disappoint. This took some time getting used to and learning, however it was still a quality game. I love the theme, the story and in game events actually interact the players with the Frankenstein monster, the plot is a neat flavor element. However, there are a couple negatives. The player boards are not that great just thin cardboard player mats, not a high deal for me but still could've upped the design quality on those. Secondly there are some rule technicalities within the game that are not addressed in the rulebook. The rulebook itself is played out in an easy enough to understand layout, but we had to rationalize through a few questions that came up. All in all I still say it's worth the money and a very good thematic game for those who enjoy the horror genre. Solid 4 stars, and would recommend to semi experienced board gamers.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2020
      Was a little intimidated by how long people say this game takes. My wife and I love board games (Pandemic, Forbiden Island, Forbidden Desert, Horrified, etc...) and horror movies.
      Theme looked pretty cool and have never played a game with this much...meat.
      Well, I ordered it and was looking forward to give it a shot.
      Received it and read the directions. After a couple days, my wife and I set some time aside to play it. I was concerned she wouldn't like it being that it was a little complex.
      The game did not disappoint. There definitely was a learning curve until we got the hang of it. We both loved it. Did it take a while to play....um, yep. About three hours...or more. I know thats seems long, but it didn't feel like it. We were pretty into the game. This also took in to account how many times we stopped and looked back over the directions numerous times.
      We are really looking forward to playing it again. I'm certain our next time will be quicker.
      18 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2019
      The game is super fun. There are some minor cosmetic complaints I have, like the color choice for the blocks. The game is also very long, but this was addressed through the inclusion of the Igor Rules that are posted on the company's website.
      7 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2021
      Easy to learn if you're an avid board gamer, tough on people who are used to monopoly and clue
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    • Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021
      Love it, although game is long, it keeps you engaged to the very end. I Like the fact that there’s lots of replay ability

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    • alejandro
      5.0 out of 5 stars De lo mejor
      Reviewed in Mexico on September 9, 2024
      Abomination es un gran juego por su temática que logra meterte en los zapatos de un científico tratando de crear vida con partes y órganos de otros cuerpos. El arte es muy bueno y los componentes también aunque puede engañar ya que hoy en día los juegos de mesa están sobreproducidos. Si te gustan los juegos de colocación de trabajadore y la temática no dudes en conseguirlo.
    • Cliente Amazon
      5.0 out of 5 stars Temática sensacional
      Reviewed in Brazil on October 9, 2023
      Temática excelente, mecânica ótima. Só é demorado
    • Torben Peter
      5.0 out of 5 stars Top Zustand + Top Qualität: Würde ich wieder kaufen!
      Reviewed in Germany on February 16, 2021
      Das einzige Problem beim Spiel: es ist(nur) auf Englisch(-verfügbar/kontra: immernoch besser als auf russisch oder chinesischxD) und die Anschaffungskosten sind enorm weil es nicht(soweit ich weis) in Deutschland oder der EU hergestellt wird.

      Die Spielanleitung habe ich bisher auch leider nicht auf deutsch gefunden. - werde wohl mein englisch auffrischen müssen - mal auf spielerische Weise(Jippie!)
      Vorallem die ganzen Story Elemente(Eventkarten je Runde), die Aktions-und Auftragskarten die man sich im Spiel organisieren kann sind recht fordernd.

      ABER;D : Das Spiel hat eine (achtung Wortwitz;) Ungeheure tiefe + viele Strategische Möglichkeiten und ist komplex.
      Das Material ist hervorragend( bei den Münzen werde ich mir noch welche aus Metall anschaffen), die Optik ist richtig gut (vorallem die Kadaverkarten mit unterschiedlichen Verfallstufen- genial!) und schaft somit Atmosphäre.-A lá London Dungeon.

      -Ich persönlich mag komplexe, fordernde Spiele wie Brass L. & B., etc.
      Also wer das Thema mag und ein paar € mehr in ein richtig gutes morbides Spiel investieren möchte: Zugreifen!!!
    • Nico
      5.0 out of 5 stars Ghoulish expert-level tabletop game!
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2020
      Love the thematic and mechanics of the game even if a bit long, though this can be shorten using an alternative released by the game developers on-line.

      You need to collect body parts either by working, robbing cemeteries, murder in order to build your monster the quickest.

      Highly recommended for games lovers!
    • Mort
      5.0 out of 5 stars Un euro muy temático 👍
      Reviewed in Mexico on October 8, 2022
      Abomination es un euro al uso: lograr la mayor cantidad de puntos de victoria al final de 12 rondas o menos, recolección de recursos y colocación de trabajadores .
      Lo que lo hace diferente a la mayoría de euros es lo bien tematizado que está, desde un poco de historia y toma de decisiones q si bien no es tan determinante si le da ese sabor de sentirse en Francia y ser observados por la "creatura". El arte es brutal, no recomendado para niños ya q en su mayoría son cadáveres.
      En fin, un gran juego!