At a glance
Players: 1–4 · Play time: 120–180 min · Ages: 14+ · Card game · Publisher: Fantasy Flight Games
Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set (AHC100EN)
Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set is a card game from Fantasy Flight Games for 1–4 players, playing in 120–180 minutes, recommended for ages 14+.
How it plays
This is the newest Core Set for Arkham Horror: The Card Game. It's both a fresh starting point and the beginning of Chapter Two for the game, set several months after a disaster struck the city of Arkham.
In this card game, your deck is your character. Each investigator comes with a pre-built deck that shows their abilities, strengths and weaknesses. You play through scenarios inspired by the Cthulhu mythos, and the story changes based on your choices, successes and failures. Between scenarios you earn experience to upgrade your deck.
The box has a new introductory campaign, five new investigators and a fresh card pool. It replaces the 2021 Revised Core Set, and all player cards in it work with every earlier Arkham Horror: The Card Game product.
Saga Table Talk
Great for: New players who want a story-driven card game, and Arkham veterans looking for a fresh start.
What a game night feels like: Like playing through a horror story together. You'll make tough calls, celebrate narrow escapes, and talk about what to upgrade before the next chapter.
If you like this, try: Essex County Express, Arkham Horror Third Edition
Teaching tip: Play the first scenario with open hands so everyone can see how the investigators' decks work together.
FAQ
How many players can play Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set?
Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set plays with 1–4 players.
How long does Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set take?
About 120–180 minutes.
What age is Arkham Horror: The Card Game – Core Set for?
Fantasy Flight Games recommends it for ages 14+.
Is this a good place to start Arkham Horror: The Card Game?
Yes. It's both a starting point and a continuation of the game.
Does it work with older Arkham Horror: The Card Game products?
Yes. All player cards in this box work with every earlier product.
Is it good for two players?
Yes. It plays with 1 to 4.
