A Universal Monsters Board Game called "Horrified" is coming out this August. Looks pretty cool, based on the limited information provided. Details here: https://io9.gizmodo.com/horrified-board-game-brings-all-the-classic-universal-m-1832534827
The generic monster faces on the are a little disappointing.
Quote from: Mike Scott on February 15, 2019, 07:33:05 PM
The generic monster faces on the are a little disappointing.
I'm okay with it. They look like Monster Squad monsters. Definitely better than the stock art! I'd like to own this.
I'm buying it. :D
"Horrified"? No.
More like nauseated.
Quote from: TheMadScientist on February 17, 2019, 12:34:34 AM
Because of the art?
Yep.
Makes me wonder what the "high-quality sculpted miniatures" of Frankenstein, the Bride of Frankenstein, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon" will look like.
Anyone seen pictures of those?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on February 17, 2019, 12:45:17 AMAnyone seen pictures of those?
I haven't. I think the game was just announced not too long ago, so there's not a ton of information out about it.
Looks cool. I'm game. :)
Looks neato. ;D
I'd have to see the game pieces first. If they're generic, not for me.
Quote from: Doh! on March 08, 2019, 01:24:01 AM
I'd have to see the game pieces first. If they're generic, not for me.
If the box art is generic, the figures will probably look even worse. Look at their version of the Frankenstein monster (on the box). It looks more like Rami Malek.
I wish Monsterville had continued beyond Halloween with stuff like this.
I wonder why they stopped making Universal items? The product they had at Target was popular and seemed to sell pretty well.
Yeah, those and the Mego Dracula and Nosferatu were the last reasonably priced monster collectibles. I guess you have to choose between crap and exorbitant "statues".
This video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5fDirPI5e8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5fDirPI5e8) has a look at the game so far. Jump to the 1:13 mark (it also has some details on a Jaws game immediately after they show the Universal Monsters game, in case you are interested in that too). Looks fun to me. I'll probably grab this when it's released, as I play quite a few board games with friends, and this will be perfect for the fall/Halloween season.
Thanks! That Jaws game looks promising.
Quote from: TheMadScientist on May 30, 2019, 10:39:03 PM
This video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5fDirPI5e8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5fDirPI5e8) ...
The board design looks a lot more interesting than the box art. I'd really like to see the
final games pieces.
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EDIT: A few pictures:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48006198473_f5d80e6d61_c.jpg)
Horrified - Board Game - Ravensburger - 2019 - The Box Top(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48006209016_8ff00d6c37_b.jpg)
Horrified - Board Game - Ravensburger - 2019 - Closeup of the Board with cardboard Creature legs(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48006198478_6cef7e96d8_o.jpg)
Horrified - Board Game - Ravensburger - 2019 - Possible Final LayoutNote the little figures in the third picture. Looks like a Green Bride and Tan Mummy at the top. Maybe a Green Frank in the lower half and a Black Figure to the left of him.
Click on pictures for larger image.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 05, 2019, 03:01:05 AM
Looks like a Green Bride and Tan Mummy at the top. Maybe a Green Frank in the lower half and a Black Figure to the left of him.
That's what they look like to me, also. The "black" one looks brown, to me, and is probably the WM.
Poking around the Internet, I found these:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48013028896_05c870d6db_o.jpg)
Horrified - Board Game - Ravensburger - 2019 - Game Pieces - Dracula & Creature
Judging by the color, I'd say these are prototype casts. But, that is a handsome Creature sculpt.
Whatcha think, Mike?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 06, 2019, 08:01:32 AM
But, that is a handsome Creature sculpt. Whatcha think, Mike?
I want one! I'll trade someone a LBH they can use in it's place. ;D
I'm trying to figure out how big the pieces are. I wonder If I could use them on my monster train set?
Quote from: BRICK on June 06, 2019, 06:51:34 PM
I'm trying to figure out how big the pieces are. I wonder If I could use them on my monster train set?
Judging by the size of the playing cards, they are really tiny.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48006198478_6cef7e96d8_o.jpg)
Horrified - Board Game - Ravensburger - 2019 - Possible Final Layout
Anyone buying this game?
Quote from: marsattacks666 on June 06, 2019, 07:57:23 PM
Anyone buying this game?
All I really want is the Frankenstein Game Piece.
I'll probably have to wait until someone spills coffee on their game board and tries to sell the game pieces on eBay.
Anyone seen anything about the retail price of the game?
Quote from: BRICK on June 06, 2019, 06:51:34 PM
I'm trying to figure out how big the pieces are.
2", at most.
Quote from: BRICK on June 06, 2019, 06:51:34 PM
I'm trying to figure out how big the pieces are.
They look to be green army men sized.
Quote from: marsattacks666 on June 06, 2019, 07:57:23 PM
Anyone buying this game?
Verily!
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 06, 2019, 08:21:18 PM
... Anyone seen anything about the retail price of the game?
Dumb me. it was in the first post:
"
Horrified: Universal Monsters will hit shelves August 1, and it'll retail for
$34.99."
$35 ÷ 5 Game Pieces = $7 per piece. (I would pay $7 for just the Frank.)
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 06, 2019, 10:26:48 PM
(I would pay $7 for just the Frank.)
I'll take the Creech! ;D
it all boils down to what The Wolf Man looks like. Drac and Creechie look great!
Quote from: Anton Phibes on June 07, 2019, 02:10:43 AM
it all boils down to what The Wolf Man looks like. Drac and Creechie look great!
The box lid shows 7 monsters: Dracula, Mummy, Frankenstein, Invisible Man, Bride, Wolf Man and Creature. It also states that it is for up to "5 players".
We have already seen what look like 5 game pieces: Dracula, Mummy, Frankenstein, Bride and Creature.
Maybe there won't be an Invisible Man or a Wolf Man.
?(If they
do make all 7 monsters on the lid, that brings the per monster price down to $5 each.)
I've found quite a few places saying we will get all 7 monsters for the game - but, I've been looking everywhere I can think of, and NOBODY has pictures!
I hope they come up with 7 different colors for them. I think the Bride should be White, Frank and Creature could be two different shades of Green, Mummy looks good in the Tan we've seen, Wolf Man should be Brown, Dracula Black, Invisible Man Grey?
I hope the lack of pictures doesn't mean they are still negotiating with Universal for final approvals.
C'mon, guys! This is supposed to be available on August 1st.
Quote from: Mike Scott on June 07, 2019, 04:54:39 PM
Clear.
Yeah.
I was just trying to avoid 2 whites. I figured off-white bandages. Clear or cream color would be good.
It has always bothered me that a bandage-clad Invisible One is done in clear. If he's clear, he should be naked.
EVERYBODY LOOK FOR PICTURES!
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 07, 2019, 05:17:38 PM
It has always bothered me that a bandage-clad Invisible One is done in clear.
He made some invisible sheep and knitted some clothes with their wool.
I was worried we weren't going to get a Dracula since he seemed to be a character you don't play as, so I am glad to see a sculpt for him. Not sure we'll get an Invisible Man.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on June 07, 2019, 06:45:01 PM
I was worried we weren't going to get a Dracula since he seemed to be a character you don't play ...
I was also concerned about Drac, since he is not named in a number of the posts I've seen while looking for pictures.
I was glad to discover the picture of him with Creature.
I'm really hoping this is released without too many changes from what they've shown. Looks like a ton of fun! Between this, the new Universal Monsters Funko minis and all the stuff from Super 7, I'm going to need to start saving.
What's up with this game?
The few pictures I found were on one site only - and not all on the same site. It is almost the middle of June; this I supposed to be released in August; no one has a good set of pictures - not even the Ravensburger site - and no one is taking pre-orders.
So... What's up?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on June 13, 2019, 01:52:24 AM
It is almost the middle of June; this I supposed to be released in August; no one has a good set of pictures -
Not a good sign. Unless things change, I wouldn't hold out much hope for it.
Unless I misread, the 1 August release date is at Gen Con. I'm not sure they're promising that as a street date for retail, but the game is on at least one wholesale site I'm aware of. Ravensburger often seems to partner with retail (Target being the big one). While it might not ship to the public on 1 August, I wouldn't worry about not seeing it for sale during the Fall/Halloween season.
Quote from: darkmonkeygod on June 15, 2019, 09:12:17 PM
Unless I misread, the 1 August release date is at Gen Con. I'm not sure they're promising that as a street date for retail, but the game is on at least one wholesale site I'm aware of. Ravensburger often seems to partner with retail (Target being the big one). While it might not ship to the public on 1 August, I wouldn't worry about not seeing it for sale during the Fall/Halloween season.
Oh. So that's why no pictures - they are saving the big reveal for the show?
OK, that makes sense.
I emailed Ravensburger regarding the release of the game and they told me "it is due to hit shelves 8/1/19".
Here's a site that says they are taking pre-orders for $32.49:
https://www.coolstuffinc.com/p/277231 (https://www.coolstuffinc.com/p/277231)
Note: Don't know when this was originally posted, but it is showing the $44.99 MSRP that was being quoted about 3 months ago. Now everyone seems to be agreed that it will be $34.99.
Looks like no one wants to leak pictures of the game.
I even e-mailed Ravensburger's "Contact us here for fast friendly help" address - but got NOTHING in response.
Looking forward to seeing this in person. Seven figures for $35 with good-looking Creature and Dracula sculpts should sell very well.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on July 02, 2019, 12:10:38 AM
Looks like no one wants to leak pictures of the game.
Are people still taking pre-orders for this game.
Quote from: Mike Scott on July 02, 2019, 12:31:06 AM
Are people still taking pre-orders for this game.
Don't know.
I found just the one place (posted above), but even that one was from a really, old announcement - before the MSRP was lowered.
Found it listed on Amazon for $45 from "RVB". Release date listed as July 20th: https://www.amazon.com/RVB-Horrified-Universal-Monsters/dp/B07TFBGNSX/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=horrified&qid=1562391484&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-9 (https://www.amazon.com/RVB-Horrified-Universal-Monsters/dp/B07TFBGNSX/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=horrified&qid=1562391484&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-9)
Quote from: TheMadScientist on July 06, 2019, 12:41:28 AM
Found it listed on Amazon for $45 from "RVB". Release date listed as July 20th: https://www.amazon.com/RVB-Horrified-Universal-Monsters/dp/B07TFBGNSX/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=horrified&qid=1562391484&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-9 (https://www.amazon.com/RVB-Horrified-Universal-Monsters/dp/B07TFBGNSX/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=horrified&qid=1562391484&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-9)
Taking orders at what was the earlier quoted price.
Release date is about 3 weeks later than announced it other places. (Or was that
August 1st - so now they say it will be about a week and a half EARLIER?)
Still no pictures of finalized contents.
Wish we could get solid info on this.
Any pics of the rest of the figures? To be clear...the original price was 45?
Quote from: Mord on July 06, 2019, 01:14:33 AM
Any pics of the rest of the figures? To be clear...the original price was 45?
It was on a few of the very early mentions. Lately, everyone has been saying 35. (And I looked in a LOT of places, seeking photos.)
Go figure
Shortly, we will have all of the pictures we need (after one of us bites and buys it)! ;D
Quote from: aura of foreboding on July 06, 2019, 01:29:54 AM
Shortly, we will have all of the pictures we need (after one of us bites and buys it)! ;D
Judging by your avatar, you are best equipped to do any biting.
Quote from: Mord on July 06, 2019, 02:44:37 AM
Judging by your avatar, you are best equipped to do any biting.
And I will.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on July 06, 2019, 01:28:09 AM
I was on a few of the very early mentions. Lately, everyone has been saying 35. (And I looked in a LOT of places, seeking photos.)
Go figure
It's that ingenious new marketing strategy we were talking about. And, NO, I'm not putting down this beautiful board game (for those hyper-sensitive collectors who whine about negativity). Jeez, for a while I thought they were going to start a # Me Too movement to protect insulted toys.
Quote from: Mord on July 06, 2019, 02:10:11 PM
It's that ingenious new marketing strategy we were talking about. And, NO, I'm not putting down this beautiful board game (for those hyper-sensitive collectors who whine about negativity). Jeez, for a while I thought they were going to start a # Me Too movement to protect insulted toys.
I don't get it.
Even Ravensburger has nothing on their site and won't answer e-mails on their help line.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on July 06, 2019, 04:16:21 PM
I don't get it.
Even Ravensburger has nothing on their site and won't answer e-mails on their help lime.
Brilliant! The strategy is working. Maybe it's with the lunchbox we all wanted.
RVB must be short for Ravensberger.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on July 06, 2019, 07:11:13 PM
RVB must be short for Ravensburger.
Yup.
The "RVB" on that Amazon product page is in blue. That means it is a link to other Revensburger products.
(https://i.imgur.com/K5uuZyE.jpg)
https://www.ravensburger.us/discover/horrified-game/index.html (https://www.ravensburger.us/discover/horrified-game/index.html)
(https://i.imgur.com/3O1cDCT.jpg)
Quote from: Anton Phibes on July 13, 2019, 06:39:37 PM
https://www.ravensburger.us/discover/horrified-game/index.html (https://www.ravensburger.us/discover/horrified-game/index.html)
(https://i.imgur.com/3O1cDCT.jpg)
Wow! Those figures look really good.
'bout time!
Sweet detail on such a small game piece.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48276615496_97f281739c_o.jpg)
(Click on the picture to see full size.)
I don't see the price on the Ravensburger site, but they say if you give them your email for their newsletter, you get a coupon for $5.00 off.
I might buy this game. Wasn't interested before, but I am now.
Just got an email from Ravensburger. Got my coupon.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on July 13, 2019, 07:49:45 PM
I might buy this game. Wasn't interested before, but I am now.
I see why. Wolfie looks great. Actually, they all do.
Quote from: Mord on July 13, 2019, 08:31:54 PM
I see why. Wolfie looks great.
I think Creature and Invisible man look great too. The only one I think is off (other than Drac being generic face) is Mummy. The head wraps instead of hair is a mystery to me.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on July 13, 2019, 08:33:47 PM
I think Creature and Invisible man look great too. The only one I think is off (other than Drac being generic face) is Mummy. The head wraps instead of hair is a mystery to me.
You think that's bad. They didn't even give the Invisible man any hands... Oh..., wait...
Never mind.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on July 13, 2019, 08:33:47 PM
I think Creature and Invisible man look great too. The only one I think is off (other than Drac being generic face) is Mummy. The head wraps instead of hair is a mystery to me.
Yep. They should have used the Mego Mummy for inspiration.
Looks really cool!! Also, I noticed a pretty neat Abbott and Costello reference. Click on this picture and look at the front piece in the top left corner.
(https://www.ravensburger.us/content/wcm/mediadata/images/Discover/Brand_Specials/Horrified/HD%20HERO.png)
Quote from: Mord on July 13, 2019, 09:21:21 PM
Yep. They should have used the Mego Mummy for inspiration.
He's got no hair,lol. Since Uni own King Karloff lock stock now, use his mug. Which includes hair, not an Egyptian equivalent of a "do-rag",lol. It's not a deal breaker. This game is growing on me. I may buy 2. One to actually play with,lol.
Wow! Wilbur and Chick, Professor Pearson, Renfield, and Little Maria! How awesome is this?
Here's some information on the game, including two videos, one is an unboxing: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/282524/horrified/videos/all. In the unboxing video, he starts unwrapping the figures at around 6:10. The other is a demo of game play. I'm sure it's far more fun to play than to watch others playing, but it gets the idea across.
Quote from: segeorge on July 21, 2019, 09:15:03 PM
Here's some information on the game, including two videos, one is an unboxing: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/282524/horrified/videos/all. In the unboxing video, he starts unwrapping the figures at around 6:10. The other is a demo of game play. I'm sure it's far more fun to play than to watch others playing, but it gets the idea across.
The people who designed this game really knew their stuff. Wow. So impressed. Love the Frankenstein prologue on the back of the board.
This guy's actual Creature figure is Blue, like the Invisible Man - and both look darker than the box art, to me.
The figures look awfully small in his hand.
That game looks outstanding! The fact that in 2019 someone made a Universal Monster board game that appears to be well thought out and respects the monsters is amazing.
It's not like they just made a monster version of an existing game like Monopoly (which would be awesome in its own right). They made a whole new game based on the characteristics of each monster.
Bravo to whomever was behind this game!
Have they decided on the price?
Quote from: Mord on July 22, 2019, 01:08:59 AM
Have they decided on the price?
They say people can pick it up for $35 at GenCon, so I imagine it will be the same for standard retail.
Quote from: Mike...In 3-D! on July 22, 2019, 02:31:13 PM
They say people can pick it up for $35 at GenCon, so I imagine it will be the same for standard retail.
"They"?
Quote from: Mike Scott on July 22, 2019, 02:50:21 PM
You know, "them". "Those guys".
Those who need to know, know....
Ravensburger, the maker of said game. Sorry!
Preorder is up on Amazon for $35. Looks like the release is 8/1 after all: https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-Horrified-Universal-Monsters-Strategy (https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-Horrified-Universal-Monsters-Strategy/dp/B07QQHTD4Q/ref=sr_1_2?crid=24764JK4F6CPX&keywords=horrified+board+game&qid=1564282260&s=gateway&sprefix=horrified+%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-2)
So the creature's in purple?!
Ian
Quote from: Palifan on July 28, 2019, 03:27:17 AM
So the creature's in purple?! Ian
In this guy's unboxing video, his Creature looks Blue:
https://youtu.be/pmevX5x0ffM?t=367
I think I am more concerned that the detail of the figures doesn't look as sharp as the Ravensburger catalog pictures.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on July 28, 2019, 03:37:52 AM
In this guy's unboxing video, his Creature looks Blue:
https://youtu.be/pmevX5x0ffM?t=367
I think I am more concerned that the detail of the figures doesn't look as sharp as the Ravensburger catalog pictures.
The sculpts do look a little soft although creature seems to have come out ok but I'm still saying it's purple compared to the invisible man (at least it's not white though!).
Might be a fun one to play so do let us all know how it is if anyone picks one up.
Ian
If I see this in Target I'm gonna have to buy it. Board games aren't usually my thing but this looks like fun!
Hopefully at Target
I played this last night. Just a solo run through only going after Dracula. I was very surprised by how much fun this game is. I'm a big tabletop gamer and play a lot of very complicated story driven board games so I didn't have high hopes for this. I mostly got it because it was Universal Monsters. It's not overly complicated but has a moderate amount of strategy involved. I love the artwork that is full of scenes and characters from the movies. The quality of the miniatures is just okay. The scale between them seems way off. Fortunately I have a decent collection of metal miniatures to swap out. A good game and i'm glad to add it to my collection.
Quote from: josezombiekillr on July 29, 2019, 05:26:17 PM
I played this last night. Just a solo run through only going after Dracula. I was very surprised by how much fun this game is. I'm a big tabletop gamer and play a lot of very complicated story driven board games so I didn't have high hopes for this. I mostly got it because it was Universal Monsters. It's not overly complicated but has a moderate amount of strategy involved. I love the artwork that is full of scenes and characters from the movies. The quality of the miniatures is just okay. The scale between them seems way off. Fortunately I have a decent collection of metal miniatures to swap out. A good game and i'm glad to add it to my collection.
Good to know it was fun to play as I was wondering about this. I know a lot of you guys are going for the figures with this game but it's nice to know it's also playable, maybe some Halloween fun for the family.
Ian
I picked up my copy today at GenCon. They were giving away an additional clear Invisible Man variant if you bought the game, so that's neat.
Enter your zip code into Target's website to see if your local store has it.
https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698 (https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698)
I ordered one for store pick up and picked it up after work yesterday. Not every store has them out yet, but a lot do. My closest Target still has them wrapped up on a pallet. But the store I got mine from had multiple copies on the shelf.
I just played a game by myself to get an understanding of it. It was fun, but playing against two monsters by myself was honestly pretty easy. I think upping the difficulty and adding monsters will make it more fun.
Quote from: comixzombie on August 02, 2019, 09:10:30 AM
Enter your zip code into Target's website to see if your local store has it.
https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698 (https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698)
Target delivers free for orders of $35 or more. (You'll need to add some small item to cover that last penny.)
Quote from: comixzombie on August 02, 2019, 09:10:30 AM
Enter your zip code into Target's website to see if your local store has it.
https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698 (https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698)
I ordered one for store pick up and picked it up after work yesterday. Not every store has them out yet, but a lot do. My closest Target still has them wrapped up on a pallet. ut the store I got mine from had multiple copies on the shelf.
I just played a game by myself to get an understanding of it. It was fun, but playing against two monsters by myself was honestly pretty easy. I think upping the difficulty and adding monsters will make it more fun.
Thanks very much for this!
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 02, 2019, 11:46:29 AM
Target delivers free for orders of $35 or more. (You'll need to add some small item to cover that last penny.)
Just add their Mego Tutti figure and you're there.
Quote from: comixzombie on August 02, 2019, 09:10:30 AM
Enter your zip code into Target's website to see if your local store has it.
https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698 (https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-monsters-horrified-game/-/A-76151698)
I ordered one for store pick up and picked it up after work yesterday. Not every store has them out yet, but a lot do. My closest Target still has them wrapped up on a pallet. ut the store I got mine from had multiple copies on the shelf.
I just played a game by myself to get an understanding of it. It was fun, but playing against two monsters by myself was honestly pretty easy. I think upping the difficulty and adding monsters will make it more fun.
Looks like my store currently has three in stock. I just got out of work, so I migjht swing by and grab one.
Quote from: Mord on August 02, 2019, 01:06:05 PM
Just add their Mego Tutti figure and you're there.
The Target near me still have Wave one on the pegs. Nobody wants a Cheers' Norm or Happy Days' Fonz.
Quote from: marsattacks666 on August 02, 2019, 04:27:07 PM
The Target near me still have Wave one on the pegs. Nobody wants a Cheers' Norm or Happy Days' Fonz.
Shocking! I really thought those would fly off the shelves.
Quote from: Mord on August 02, 2019, 04:37:16 PM
Shocking! I really thought those would fly off the shelves.
Oh, yeah! I am sure Norm with his beer mug is the pinnacle of every CHEERS collection. Lol
Just got back from Target. They had two pristine copies of the game. I almost bought one, but was really put off by the dreadful box art. I didn't intend to play it, so the box is what I would be having to look at. I miss the old Hasbro game boxes.
Quote from: Mord on August 03, 2019, 06:18:16 PM
Just got back from Target. They had two pristine copies of the game. I almost bought one, but was really put off by the dreadful box art. I didn't intend to play it, so the box is what I would be having to look at. I miss the old Hasbro game boxes.
I'm more put off by the fact that the play figures' detail appears to be no where near what they showed in the catalog photos.
Anyone have photos of what they actually received?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 03, 2019, 06:38:09 PM
I'm more put off by the fact that the play figures' detail appears to be no where near what they showed in the catalog photos.
Anyone have photos of what they actually received?
I didn't know that. Now, I'm really glad I didn't get it.
Support for Universal Studios Generic Monsters-and this, and more is what we will get!!
Got a copy today!
I only played one monster at a time because I'm not familiar with board games and it took me a little to get used to it all. After I did, though, I enjoyed it a whole lot and look forward to playing with friends. Even by myself I had a good time. It's neat to have turns as the monster as well as the hero.
I'm kinda confused as to some of the Villager choices. Not that who they have picked aren't good... but I would've liked to have seen more familiar faces, even if they were just shown/referenced on the cards. Dr. Frankenstein, Van Helsing, Kay Lawrence, Gwen Conliffe all are conspicuously absent. As it is, it was neat seeing Lucas and Dr. Maia on one card and the Rita on another, so at least there's that.
Only other thing I'd have changed would've been was making the Bride gamepiece purple andthe Creature green.
All in all, money well spent. As a supplement to all the movies, toys, books and other merchandise it's really great.
Quote from: Subatomic_Matt on August 04, 2019, 10:21:54 PM
... I would've liked to have seen more familiar faces, even if they were just shown/referenced on the cards. Dr. Frankenstein, Van Helsing, Kay Lawrence, Gwen Conliffe all are conspicuously absent. ...
Did they include the gypsies from the Wolf Man, Maleva and her son, Bela?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 04, 2019, 10:29:13 PM
Did they include the gypsies from the Wolf Man, Maleva and her son, Bela?
The Villager characters are:
Maleva
Renfield
Fritz
Lucy
Maria (of the floating flowers)
Dr. Reed
Wilbur & Chick
Elizabeth (Frankenstein)
Prof. Pearson
Dr. Cranley
There is a boat token which has the Rita on it (mast is labeled). There's also a card showing toe men fighting the Gill Man and it's obvious if you're familiar with the movie that it's Lucas and Dr. Maia.
There's another card of a lob that's taken from "Frankenstein" and you can make out Colin Clive IF you're familiar with that scene.
That's it. I can give the playing cards another glance but I don't recall seeing any other characters on them other than the monsters or the Villagers I mentioned above.
Quote from: Subatomic_Matt on August 05, 2019, 12:27:55 AM
The Villager characters are:
Maleva
Renfield
Fritz
Lucy
Maria (of the floating flowers)
Dr. Reed
Wilbur & Chick
Elizabeth (Frankenstein)
Prof. Pearson
Dr. Cranley
There is a boat token which has the Rita on it (mast is labeled). There's also a card showing toe men fighting the Gill Man and it's obvious if you're familiar with the movie that it's Lucas and Dr. Maia.
There's another card of a lob that's taken from "Frankenstein" and you can make out Colin Clive IF you're familiar with that scene.
That's it. I can give the playing cards another glance but I don't recall seeing any other characters on them other than the monsters or the Villagers I mentioned above.
Which, to be fair, is more than any of us ever expected from an officially-licensed Universal Monster game in 2019.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 05, 2019, 01:43:36 AM
Which, to be fair, is more than any of us ever expected from an officially-licensed Universal Monster game in 2019.
Very true.
I think for me it's just odd to not see Dr. Frankenstein, Van Helsing, Ankers and Kay someplace. Their performances absolutely shine next to Pearson, Cranley or even Elizabeth.
Quote from: Subatomic_Matt on August 05, 2019, 10:09:49 AM
Very true.
I think for me it's just odd to not see Dr. Frankenstein, Van Helsing, Ankers and Kay someplace. Their performances absolutely shine next to Pearson, Cranley or even Elizabeth.
One of the really interesting trends I'm seeing is this push for The Invisible Man. Not only is he in this, obviously replacing the Phantom. He was one of the eight characters selected for Super7's convention figures, as opposed to the more logical Phantom. Phantom and Invisible Man always rounded out the Big 8, but Invisible Man is outright pushing Phantom aside. I'm thinking it's a Universal mandate because of the new film... I like the Invisible Man, but definitely prefer Chaney's Phantom. It could also come down to the fact that you'd have to license through Chaney or create a new likeness for Phantom, but don't have to do the same for the Invisible Man.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 06, 2019, 01:46:23 AM
One of the really interesting trends I'm seeing is this push for The Invisible Man. Not only is he in this, obviously replacing the Phantom. He was one of the eight characters selected for Super7's convention figures, as opposed to the more logical Phantom. Phantom and Invisible Man always rounded out the Big 8, but Invisible Man is outright pushing Phantom aside. I'm thinking it's a Universal mandate because of the new film... I like the Invisible Man, but definitely prefer Chaney's Phantom. It could also come down to the fact that you'd have to license through Chaney or create a new likeness for Phantom, but don't have to do the same for the Invisible Man.
Agreed. Re: the Super7 SDCC stuff I wasn't surprised there was no con Exclusive Red Death but I was for the regular Phantom. It's very likely as you say: no licensing fee for a bandaged head and the new movie. I'm glad we're getting the Chaney Phantom as a Reaction figure, as opposed to the Mystery Mini's Claude Rains version (different company, I know).
I think the thing that always surprises me is how little we get of Chaney Phantom and Hunchback. It seems like you get one or the other for stuff but never both. Again, different companies but in recent years:
- Diamond Select Minimates (Hunchback)
- Diamond Select Retro Cloth 8" (Phantom)
- Funko Pops (Phantom)
My fingers are crossed for the Reaction Series 3 to have the Hunchback. It's frustrating (to me) because I can never complete ALL the standard Universal Monsters in ANY line I collect with the exception of those neat old Medicom Kubricks. That line had everybody. Sure, Ygor, Werewolf of London and "Son of" Frank would've been cool but at least you didn't have any glaring omissions there. It's like, when I see Chaney Phantom I expect Chaney Hunchback or vice versa.
I think the Invisible Man over Phantom push is because Phantom is public domain now, isn't he? I see him on those 25 film horror sets that pop up at Wal-Mart and places like that all the time.
The villagers are supposed to be characters that are getting killed, so I guess that's why they did supporting cast. I was surprised we didn't see Praetorius or Una from Bride. She doesn't get much from her own flick.
I like the game a lot. I played a solo game to teach myself, and a game with my brother this morning to teach him. Can confirm that it is SUPER easy if you play with less monsters. My next game if going to include at least 4, just to see.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 06, 2019, 10:29:55 AM
I think the Invisible Man over Phantom push is because Phantom is public domain now, isn't he? I see him on those 25 film horror sets that pop up at Wal-Mart and places like that all the time....
I was wondering if they went with the Invisible Man because he was in a talkie like all the others. And it was a film that many more people were likely to have actually seen.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 06, 2019, 11:31:39 AM
I was wondering if they went with the Invisible Man because he was in a talkie like all the others. And it was a film that many more people were likely to have actually seen.
It's a weird shift that's happened just recently. I think more people are familiar with the image of Chaney's Phantom than the image of the Invisible Man. I'm sure you'd get some people thinking he's a mummy in a bathrobe.
I will say that I get why they didn't pick the Phantom or Quasimodo for this. Those 2 just kind of stay in one place. The others actively went around and killed people, except for the Bride.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 06, 2019, 02:57:08 PM
I will say that I get why they didn't pick the Phantom or Quasimodo for this. Those 2 just kind of stay in one place. The others actively went around and killed people, except for the Bride.
It's true that the Invisible Man got around and had a massive kill count. However, the Phantom is far more well known and definitely could get around through the underground system. The fact that the Super7 video even had the guy say the exclusive would be Phantom (only to turn out to be Invisible Man) is only another, "Hmm..." moment. There's something going on at Universal.
Universal can definitely veto the use of certain characters even when you have a license. If you recall there was a blue and green mausoleum Super 7/Funko had as convention exclusives a few years ago with 4 translucent figures. Even though Super 7 had the license to make Dracula Universal vetoed him being in that set "because Dracula doesn't live in a house with other monsters". It was really that arbitrary.
If I had a guess they are pushing Invisible Man into the public consciousness because of the movie coming out.
Quote from: fearliath on August 06, 2019, 05:59:32 PM
Universal can definitely veto the use of certain characters even when you have a license. If you recall there was a blue and green mausoleum Super 7/Funko had as convention exclusives a few years ago with 4 translucent figures. Even though Super 7 had the license to make Dracula Universal vetoed him being in that set "because Dracula doesn't live in a house with other monsters". It was really that arbitrary.
If I had a guess they are pushing Invisible Man into the public consciousness because of the movie coming out.
My sentiments exactly, and I remember that ridiculousness! I mean, have they even seen their movies? I'm pretty sure Dracula lives in the house with Frankenstein in A&C Meet Frankenstein. ;) I wonder what they would have said had Funko pushed back with that. The real reason was they were out, again, to get Lugosi. Lugosi wouldn't have benefited from an additionally licensed product. They're so shallow.
Quote from: fearliath on August 06, 2019, 05:59:32 PM
"because Dracula doesn't live in a house with other monsters".
But the CFTBL does?
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 06, 2019, 07:38:09 PM
But the CFTBL does?
Obviously. Did you miss that part in This Island Earth? It's totally in there.
Ok...found a game. Bought it. Probably gonna take it back.
Here's why: Page 5 of the manual: Horrified is a cooperative game in which all the players win or lose together. There's even a solo play available in case you are so antisocial you cannot possibly play with others.
What's the point of games like these? If there is no one you are in competition with, then it should be a video game....not a board game.
I am going to give it a chance because I like the art, and the miniatures are ok...Creature is the best of the lot. Honestly though, the cooperative win/lose together angle is crap for a board game.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 02:04:23 PM
Ok...found a game. Bought it. Probably gonna take it back.
I like the art, and the miniatures are ok...
How "ok" are the figures? Do they look like the initial pics? Also, what art are you happy with...the board and card or the box?
I'll post detail shots of the board, cards, and minis for everyone tomorrow, Mord. There's some lovely art to be had, and I think the game has a real enthusiasm for the subject matter from the people that worked on it. Frankenstein and the Bride are weirdly massive compared to the other figures, but other than that I like the minis.
I think the art is great. I know the likeness issue is there, but that's something we'll likely be dealing with forever. It's not the games fault.
There's nothing wrong with cooperative games. And while I don't plan on playing this solo because I agree that board games should be a social experience, I found it very easy to play a couple games on my own so I could get the rules down and teach my brother and my friends.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 07, 2019, 03:08:17 PM
There's nothing wrong with cooperative games.
To each their own. It's going back to Target as fast as I can get it back there.
Honestly, Anton, it sounds like that was the inevitable outcome for you. You should give it a chance. You might be surprised.
Quote from: Mord on August 07, 2019, 02:42:24 PM
How "ok" are the figures? Do they look like the initial pics? Also, what art are you happy with...the board and card or the box?
Ok, Mord: I am not going to go into a great review or take professional pics or anything....but from looking at the pics I include, you should be able to tell what I like,and what I don't.
(https://i.imgur.com/qyB1yWb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hm7rsxg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ApWjRTg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tDBFhpx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pDYAuOw.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/72YoAtC.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/68l6L73.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KNLxxl8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xndNRHq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0wm9WUp.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/LtdMcli.jpg)
Unfortunately the Wolfman figurine looks nothing like the one we were shown. He bears more of a resemblance to this model than he does a werewolf. :'( :'(
(https://www.menshairstylestoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Long-Kinky-Hair-Beard.jpg)
Quote from: Lazarus on August 07, 2019, 03:23:29 PM
Honestly, Anton, it sounds like that was the inevitable outcome for you. You should give it a chance. You might be surprised.
Can't do it. Every game I have ever played (except role playing games like D and D and MU/DCU) have competition involved. Even Scrabble or Wordbltz,lol. I was not going to get this thing at all. Then I thought, well....maybe I might enjoy playing against the missus or maybe one day a grand kid. I talked myself into it because of the figurines. Figures The Wolfman figurine would be the casualty of the group. Just can't do it.
Lazarus & Anton,
I can see both points of view. Personally, I think it looks better than I originally pictured. The figures are not that bad (except fro-boy Wolfie...he always gets screwed). As a kid, I probably would have loved, at least, the look of it. I really hate the Frankenstein art. They could have made it a little more Karloffian (or, at least, like the Bama Frank). I would have bought it if the box art was more appealing. As for gameplay, I would rather compete against other players. That's just me, though. Thanks for the honest appraisals, gentlemen.
I would have gladly paid 10 to 20 dollars more, if they had worked on the art and sculpts. The box art really bugs me.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 03:18:23 PM
To each their own. It's going back to Target as fast as I can get it back there.
You're returning a board game you already opened? Is that a thing people do?
Quote from: fearliath on August 07, 2019, 08:35:28 PM
You're returning a board game you already opened? Is that a thing people do?
I've seen nearly destroyed items returned to Target. Anton is the nicest, most honest person I've ever known. The game will probably be in better condition than when he bought it (if that's possible). He won't even leave a fingerprint.
Quote from: fearliath on August 07, 2019, 08:35:28 PM
You're returning a board game you already opened? Is that a thing people do?
You're telling me you've never bought a product from a store, examined the contents, or read the manual, decided it wasn't what you wanted, and returned the bloody thing? :o :o :o
It's called returning an item for a refund because you are dissatisfied with the product upon examination.
A normal part of commerce that is done every day on items ranging from toasters, to televisions, to shoes and clothing, to lawnmowers....and even, in this case: a board game.
Considering the extent of my "opening" it consisted of removing 4 pieces of tape holding the box shut, and laying some items out of the plastic zip lock bags they were sent in, all they have to do is tape it back shut with four new tape circles, and put it back on the shelf. I could literally do it myself. The box wasn't shrink wrapped, and everything in it is in their own neat little baggies. I didn't break the seal on the tiles or anything. Surely you've returned something before? If not, then I am shocked.
The only time an item is non refundable from a store is if it can be counterfeited like video games, computer software etc. Or medicines or groceries. So yep....returning an item that is, in my considered opinion, not for me is "a thing people do". At least this person.
Quote from: Mord on August 07, 2019, 10:32:15 PM
I've seen nearly destroyed items returned to Target. Anton is the nicest, most honest person I've ever known. The game will probably be in better condition than when he bought it (if that's possible). He won't even leave a fingerprint.
Thanks for that, Mord. Much appreciated. I assumed everyone knew a product was returnable as long as it wasn't destroyed.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 03:23:43 PM
...from looking at the pics I include, you should be able to tell what I like,and what I don't.
(https://i.imgur.com/0wm9WUp.jpg)...
These figures look like so-so attempts at 3D printing as far as detail. (Not like the catalog pictures.) I find it really strange that they did not make them all the same height.
It's sad to see all the excited chatter about this game turning to disappointment by the actual buyers. It could have been so much more.
It would be fun to see an official Universal Monster version of Clue. What would we change the weapons to...?
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 07, 2019, 10:47:52 PM
I find it really strange that they did not make them all the same height.
That
is odd!
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 07, 2019, 10:47:52 PM
These figures look like so-so attempts at 3D printing as far as detail. (Not like the catalog pictures.) I find it really strange that they did not make them all the same height.
It's sad to see all the excited chatter about this game turning to disappointment by the actual buyers. It could have been so much more.
It would be fun to see an official Universal Monster version of Clue. What would we change the weapons to...?
Stake, Silver tipped cane, Torch, Poison filled syringe, Spear Gun, Wolfsbane, this list is pretty endless for murder weapons for monsters,lol.
Incidentally, if the Wolfman figure had looked more like the figure pictured, and less like Huggy Bear or Bob Ross, and the game had a competitive option....I could've worked around the generic presentations of the characters. But the generic versions, coupled with the cooperative game play, and the gigantic afro Wolfman hipster/hippy Wolfman just was too much for little old me.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 02:04:23 PM
What's the point of games like these? If there is no one you are in competition with, then it should be a video game....not a board game.
I am going to give it a chance because I like the art, and the miniatures are ok...Creature is the best of the lot. Honestly though, the cooperative win/lose together angle is crap for a board game.
Cooperative board games are fairly common and fairly popular.
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 07, 2019, 11:07:47 PM
Cooperative board games are fairly common and fairly popular.
Shows how long it's been since I played any new board games then. I saw that "cooperative" "all lose together" and figuratively had this reaction:
(https://lameadventures.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/rr1199wolf.jpg)
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 07, 2019, 11:07:47 PM
Cooperative board games are fairly common and fairly popular.
Sounds like the "there are no losers, everybody wins" mindset that tries to protect kids from the reality that real competitions means there are losers. You know - the "everybody gets a trophy for participating" crap.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 07, 2019, 11:16:29 PM
Sounds like the "there are no losers, everybody wins" mindset that tries to protect kids from the reality that real competitions means there are losers. You know - the "everybody gets a trophy for participating" crap.
Hahahaha! Unfortunately the first thing I thought was...this is a monster game. I KNOW I can beat the crap outta the wife at a game like this. Then I find out we would have to be working together to fight the fake monsters. Where's the fun in that?
I already have to work together with her everyday to fight off real monsters.... like homelessness and starvation. If I am going to fight a werewolf, I wanna be the winner. THE WINNER DANG IT!!! She can be the one to get left on the moors to be Lon's midnight snack while I do victory laps at the court of miracles.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 11:22:48 PM
Hahahaha! Unfortunately the first thing I thought was...this is a monster game. I KNOW I can beat the crap outta the wife at a game like this. Then I find out we would have to be working together to fight the fake monsters. Where's the fun in that?
I already have to work together with her everyday to fight off real monsters.... like homelessness and starvation. If I am going to fight a werewolf, I wanna be the winner. THE WINNER DANG IT!!! She can be the one to get left on the moors to be Lon's midnight snack while I do victory laps at the court of miracles.
You definitely deserve a participation trophy, at the very least.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 07, 2019, 10:35:25 PM
You're telling me you've never bought a product from a store, examined the contents, or read the manual, decided it wasn't what you wanted, and returned the bloody thing? :o :o :
I have returned many things. But No, I have never once opened or used a product and decided it wasn't for me. If you opened it and found the board ripped in two and pieces missing then a return is in order. But in this case it was no secret what the nature of the gameplay was (cooperative).
There is a reason why many products (most things with an instruction manual) have a notice that says "Please don't return to store. Call Customer Service at....". It's because the manufacturer gets completely screwed if you return an opened item. In almost all cases the manufacturer has to reimburse the store for the item and if they want it back pay for shipping (which is generally cost prohibitive).
I understand that people return things. It seems Walmart shoppers do it on 50% of their purchases). But the reality is it often screws the manufacturer.
Quote from: fearliath on August 07, 2019, 11:56:56 PM
I have returned many things. But No, I have never once opened or used a product and decided it wasn't for me. If you opened it and found the board ripped in two and pieces missing then a return is in order. But in this case it was no secret what the nature of the gameplay was (cooperative).
There is a reason why many products (most things with an instruction manual) have a notice that says "Please don't return to store. Call Customer Service at....". It's because the manufacturer gets completely screwed if you return an opened item. In almost all cases the manufacturer has to reimburse the store for the item and if they want it back pay for shipping (which is generally cost prohibitive).
I understand that people return things. It seems Walmart shoppers do it on 50% of their purchases). But the reality is it often screws the manufacturer.
Disregarding the cooperative nature of the game play (despite the fact that I had no idea what that even meant until I read the instructions) howabout trying this on for size fearliath: the Wolfman figure pictured on the back of the game box looks nothing like the actual figure in the game box. That right there is enough to warrant returning it in my book. When the contents of the box don't match the advertisement or even the illustration on said box, return it. I am terribly sorry to inform you that there is also nothing listed such as "Return to Ravensburger and not Target" either. If the manufacturer gets (have mercy) "screwed" because a game is being returned, then perhaps they may chalk it up to market research. I cannot even believe I am explaining myself to you to be honest. Target takes returns. This thing is wretched and not worth the money I paid for it. Therefore I am returning it. I will light a candle for the forthcoming demise of both Universal Studios and Ravensburger due to this return. May God have mercy on my soul for the offense against humanity I have committed. ::)
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 08, 2019, 12:19:57 AM
... I will light a candle for the forthcoming demise of both Universal Studios and Ravensburger due to this return. May God have mercy on my soul for the offense against humanity I have committed. ::)
I suspect sarcasm is in the air.
You Boomers are so dramatic. ;)
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 08, 2019, 12:24:08 AM
I suspect sarcasm is in the air.
Your suspicions are well founded, dear sir. Therefore, you may have a potato.
(https://66.media.tumblr.com/fde8065f9ea8a2748b020097219c06f4/tumblr_oyf4766gwR1qk1vbpo1_1280.png)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8vIR1Q5QLg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8vIR1Q5QLg)
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 08, 2019, 12:29:48 AM
You Boomers are so dramatic. ;)
I was born in 1970. I suppose that makes me Generation X. I am still old enough to tell kids to stay off my lawn though. ;) ;D. I am also still young enough to drive myself back to Target and take this game back without any help,lol.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 08, 2019, 12:35:45 AM
I was born in 1970. I suppose that makes me Generation X. I am still old enough to tell kids to stay off my lawn though. ;) ;D. I am also still young enough to drive myself back to Target and take this game back without any help,lol.
Or remorse, evidently.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 08, 2019, 12:24:08 AM
I suspect sarcasm is in the air.
Now, I'm mad. Sarcasm is my shtick .
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 08, 2019, 12:45:22 AM
Please, sir -may I have more?
AFTER THE CANDLE LIGHT VIGIL. :angel:
(https://i.imgur.com/aEkvjHA.jpg)
I returned countless board games to Target in the days of my youth. Did I feel bad? Yeah. There's always something so judgmental about "Customer Service." The only things you can't actually return after being opened are certain electronics. I think it would be really weird if we lived in a country where people were forced to keep items after they had purchased them if those items didn't meet with their satisfaction. It certainly wouldn't be "American."
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 08, 2019, 12:53:15 AM
I returned countless board games to Target in the days of my youth. Did I feel bad? Yeah. There's always something so judgmental about "Customer Service." The only things you can't actually return after being opened are certain electronics. I think it would be really weird if we lived in a country where people were forced to keep items after they had purchased them if those items didn't meet with their satisfaction. It certainly wouldn't be "American."
It's rare I return anything. Ever. I am gleefully making an exception here. I am going to run in the front door of Target tomorrow wailing like the Ghost of James Brown and dancing like Julie Andrews!
(https://i.imgur.com/yIJELzT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UrAsKF6.jpg)
I don't think this:
(https://i.imgur.com/0wm9WUp.jpg)
Looks enough like this:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48276615496_97f281739c_o.jpg)
How's that not reason enough to return the game - at the manufacturer's expense?
I actually like the game...
(I shall now prepare to duck rocks thrown by the disappointed hoards of the UMA).
Quote from: Mike...In 3-D! on August 08, 2019, 10:29:36 AM
I actually like the game...
(I shall now prepare to duck rocks thrown by the disappointed hoards of the UMA).
No way. You're allowed to like it. There are aspects of it I find likable, just not enough to keep it. Takes all kinds to make a world...or a UMA.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 08, 2019, 10:21:58 AM
I don't think this:
Looks enough like this:
One is lit and photographed by a professional, the other is not.
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 08, 2019, 11:26:15 AM
One is lit and photographed by a professional, the other is not.
One shows detail that no other consumer pictures have ever been able to capture.
And how about the shape of Wolf Man's head in the two illustrations? Don't look the same to me.
Reminds me of the fast food pictures of hamburgers showing all the delicious layers of ingredients. When you get your burger, all you can see is bun.
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 08, 2019, 11:26:15 AM
One is lit and photographed by a professional, the other is not.
The Creature figure is the best of the lot. I suspect, from lack of details, to re-positioning of arms and hands, to the complete change altogether on The Wolfman....that what's on the back of the box may simply be a z-brush rendering. Or something other than the actual figures being photographed. The detail on the box is not to be found on the actual little figures. Wolfman is the most obvious and the one I am most... wait for it...."horrified" by. :angel:
That promo image is definitely of 3D renders and not final cast figurines.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 08, 2019, 03:59:00 PM
That promo image is definitely of 3D renders and not final cast figurines.
Laz, I suspected....but had no way of knowing for certain. Even with the cooperative angle of the game (something I don't think I will ever get be able to get my head around), if the figures had looked as good as they did in the renderings,....I would've just kept it. The Wolfman suffered the worst translation. As he is my favorite UM, I just couldn't do it.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 08, 2019, 11:31:34 AM
Reminds me of the fast food pictures of hamburgers showing all the delicious layers of ingredients. When you get your burger, all you can see is bun.
I can make your burger look just like the pictures on the menu, but you won't be able to eat it like that... unless you wanted to get a nice mouthful of toothpick and cardboard.
I will wait until I get my game to see how closely I can mirror the picture on the box. Challenge accepted.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 08, 2019, 06:44:10 PM
I can make your burger look just like the pictures on the menu, but you won't be able to
I will wait until I get my game to see how closely I can mirror the picture on the box. Challenge accepted.
I'd be even more impressed, if you could make the game look like a cheeseburger.
Quote from: Mord on August 08, 2019, 08:48:16 PM
I'd be even more impressed, if you could make the game look like a cheeseburger.
That is possible, but I am not the one to make it so. Try Scatter for that. ;D
Looks like you won't get that photograph after all, as Amazon canceled my order, saying they don't have the item. Oh well...
I refuse to shop at Target anymore since they eliminated the Icees from their stores and canceled Monsterville. So, I guess I won't be getting this for awhile.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 09, 2019, 01:27:33 PM
Looks like you won't get that photograph after all, as Amazon canceled my order, saying they don't have the item. Oh well...
I refuse to shop at Target anymore since they eliminated the Icees from their stores and canceled Monsterville. So, I guess I won't be getting this for awhile.
Did they "cancel" Monsterville, or was it just a one year thing? At least we had that one year I guess. No Wolfman though.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 09, 2019, 02:14:37 PM
Did they "cancel" Monsterville, or was it just a one year thing? At least we had that one year I guess. No Wolfman though.
They dropped the trademark in December 2017, effectively canceling the line. I see no reason why it would have been just a one year line, as none of their other lines have only been for one year. Hide and Eek has been going on for how many years now? And why, after a month, would you drop the trademark unless you wanted to thoroughly and completely sever ties with something? I'm pretty sure the failure of THE MUMMY was the final nail in the coffin for Monsterville. World Market carried the monsters for three years. Target probably would have done the same but for the spectacular bomb that was the Universal action-packed dreck that was THE MUMMY.
Amazon now tells me the game will be available to purchase again, but it "usually ships within 1 to 2 months." No thanks.
Seems like somebody did a rather poor job of handling this game's release.
So I try to order it from Barnes and Noble, and it says I need to spend one more cent to qualify for free shipping. Wow. No thanks.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 09, 2019, 03:50:22 PM
I'm pretty sure the failure of THE MUMMY was the final nail in the coffin for Monsterville. World Market carried the monsters for three years. Target probably would have done the same but for the spectacular bomb that was the Universal action-packed dreck that was THE MUMMY.
It almost sounds like you didn't like that MUMMY remake.
Quote from: Mord on August 09, 2019, 04:11:16 PM
It almost sounds like you didn't like that MUMMY remake.
Not the mummy! Not the mummy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNR4hKbSH7I (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNR4hKbSH7I)
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 09, 2019, 06:28:58 PM
Not the mummy! Not the mummy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNR4hKbSH7I (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNR4hKbSH7I)
"No one expects the Spanish Inquisition!"
Quote from: Mord on August 09, 2019, 04:11:16 PM
It almost sounds like you didn't like that MUMMY remake.
Just go to Target.
So, after going through the hyperbolic vitriol being thrown at this game, it seems that it's main transgressions are 1) it's a cooperative game and 2) the game pieces don't look quite as good as the promotional photo (even though they are largely identical)? Am I missing anything, or does that about sum it up?
Quote from: EDITOR MFTV on August 10, 2019, 05:17:29 PM
Just go to Target.
I wrote them a nastygram and told them I will not be going back until they undo their disgusting store remodels and bring back Icees. So, no. I keep my word.
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 10, 2019, 10:38:39 PM
So, after going through the hyperbolic vitriol being thrown at this game, it seems that it's main transgressions are 1) it's a cooperative game and 2) the game pieces don't look quite as good as the promotional photo (even though they are largely identical)? Am I missing anything, or does that about sum it up?
Horrible box art, exclusion of main characters (Dr. Frankenstein, Pretorius) in favor of lesser characters, Wolfman with afro figure....thats enough for me to pass. Oh, and no Icees to sooth the pain of it.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 10, 2019, 11:11:09 PM
I wrote them a nastygram and told them I will not be going back until they undo their disgusting store remodels and bring back Icees. So, no. I keep my word.
You could by it online and make them pay shipping. You can always add a can of beans or a bag of chips to make up the extra penny.
Make it chips. They don't pack very well. The beans might dent the game box.
A Twix bar would do the job.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 11, 2019, 12:10:08 AM
You could by it online and make them pay shipping. You can always add a can of beans or a bag of chips to make up the extra penny.
Make it chips. They don't pack very well. The beans might dent the game box.
That's sticking it to them. Buying more products to make up their penny parade.
Seriously, though, I can't believe retailers actually think it's a good business model to tell you you won't get free shipping unless you add an extra penny worth of merchandise. They should just round up.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 11, 2019, 01:23:25 AM
I can't believe retailers actually think it's a good business model to tell you you won't get free shipping unless you add an extra penny worth of merchandise.
Getting you to buy one more thing
is a good business model!
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 11, 2019, 01:55:58 AM
Getting you to buy one more thing is a good business model!
Yes, if that other item were the minimal amount you need to meet the minimum purchase requirement. A retailer that cut the B.S. and said, "We're not playing games. You're close enough. You qualify for free shipping." would at least be getting some good PR. The model I envision would have an application that scans the site to see if you can get any items within a dollar of the amount necessary to qualify for free shipping. If you can't, they give you the free shipping. If you can, you can choose to purchase that item and qualify. Win. Win. And not just good business, BETTER business. :D
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 10, 2019, 10:38:39 PM
So, after going through the hyperbolic vitriol being thrown at this game, it seems that it's main transgressions are 1) it's a cooperative game and 2) the game pieces don't look quite as good as the promotional photo (even though they are largely identical)? Am I missing anything, or does that about sum it up?
#1 is GRIPE specific to me only I think. #2 Seems to sum it up, except some folks won't even think about buying it because Dracula looks like their postal worker, and Bride and Frank look like their neighbors...or someone. No one is happy with the non actor likeness monsters....pretty much ever. So let's not let that gripe get lost in the shuffle. :angel:
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 11, 2019, 02:28:56 AM
The model I envision would have an application that scans the site to see if you can get any items within a dollar of the amount necessary to qualify for free shipping.
Works for me! I always end up buying another DVD. ;D
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 10, 2019, 10:38:39 PM
So, after going through the hyperbolic vitriol being thrown at this game, it seems that it's main transgressions are 1) it's a cooperative game and 2) the game pieces don't look quite as good as the promotional photo (even though they are largely identical)? Am I missing anything, or does that about sum it up?
I tried, man. I like it, and I hope you do too.
Most of the complaints are pretty trivial and overblown. I mean, sure, I'd like likenesses for everyone, but you can thank big business for ruining that. The art is still wonderful, despite them being forced to use generic models. I think the minis are nice, despite frank, the bride and creech being weirdly huge (I'd prefer they scaled the others up a bit more, personally). I agree that wolfman's figure didn't turn out great, but if he's the worst of them, we're still in pretty good shape. The use of secondary characters make sense for the villagers, as they're supporting cast, and therefore expendable. It makes plenty of sense to me.
Just got my copy today. I'm kinda surprised by some of the negative attitudes here towards this game. Ironically it's getting rave reviews all over the web and with most of the big geek sites. I'm looking forward to playing it when I can find some time. But going back to the reactions here, while I definitely agree the lack of actor likenesses is a bit of a bummer, I actually think this is one of the cooler licensed Universal Monster products in a while.
It's obvious the makers of the game know the material well, because perusing through the box quickly there's a bunch of cool references to the films. Plus the components of the game (cards, miniatures, and board) are all extremely well done for a board game. Seriously I'll take something like this over the millionth Dracula or Frankenstein figure any day.
I don't particularly understand the hate either. I purchased it, and while I haven't been able to play yet, it does look like quite a bit of care and work was put into making the game. I can understand not liking the game, for one reason or other, but it is odd to see so much extreme criticism of things that I would certainly consider fairly insignificant. It feels like a small miracle that a game was made like this in 2019, when the Universal Monsters aren't exactly the brand that they once were, and their future as a property seems very much in question.
My complaint is it's not available anywhere but Target. Irritating. Why would they screw up their Amazon orders so badly? I had pre-ordered and everything, and apparently they didn't supply enough to the largest retailer in the world. Seems kind of weird.
Honestly, if it had been a competitive game, instead of a cooperative game.... and the Wolfman figure would've been a little nicer: I would've kept it. Despite the non actor specific versions of the characters.
I doubt I will ever find myself playing a game similar to/of this nature unless there is a dungeon master involved, and I haven't played those type of games in 25 years.
My particular gripe fest, subsequent invitation to consume potatoes, and everything else I did in this thread resulted primarily in being belittled for a decision to return the game. Not the game itself. I stopped allowing myself to be bullied in the 9th grade.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 14, 2019, 03:54:19 PM
My complaint is it's not available anywhere but Target. Irritating. Why would they screw up their Amazon orders so badly? I had pre-ordered and everything, and apparently they didn't supply enough to the largest retailer in the world. Seems kind of weird.
It's up for preorder from Alliance, so your FLGS should be able to get it soon. Target just gets first dibs for a few months. Jurassic Park and Villainous were the same way. Ask you local game shop if they can get you one!
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 14, 2019, 04:03:06 PMMy particular gripe fest, subsequent invitation to consume potatoes, and everything else I did in this thread resulted primarily in being belittled for a decision to return the game. Not the game itself. I stopped allowing myself to be bullied in the 9th grade.
If a mild argument is your idea of bullying, then I don't know what to tell you.
Everybody can vote with their dollars. Mine are staying in my wallet.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 14, 2019, 05:15:19 PM
It's up for preorder from Alliance, so your FLGS should be able to get it soon. Target just gets first dibs for a few months. Jurassic Park and Villainous were the same way. Ask you local game shop if they can get you one!
Good news.
I don't know if Amazon fulfilled some orders and didn't others, or if they just canceled all the orders.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 14, 2019, 05:21:08 PM
If a mild argument is your idea of bullying, then I don't know what to tell you.
Don't recall asking for you to tell me anything. If you and the other couple of fellas who are so hyper defensive of the game would simply sing your continued praises of it, and leave me alone....I would be most appreciative.
Amazon.com cancelled my preorder as well, but I got it from Target. It's also available for online order from Barnes & Noble.
Quote from: TheMadScientist on August 14, 2019, 10:10:38 PM
...available for online order from Barnes & Noble.
$34.99 and it "
qualifies for free shipping".
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/toys-games-universal-monsters-horrified-game/33774523?ean=0810558018361
ADAM SAVES THE DAY!
Couple of friends visited tonight and we played this after supper.
It was a lot of fun and they enjoyed asking who villagers/items were from the movies.
They're ready to come over and play again and I'm ready to battle more than 2 monsters at a time. It's fun and something new for me, as I've never been a board game guy.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 14, 2019, 11:23:30 PM
ADAM SAVES THE DAY!
No, no.
TheMadScientist pointed us to Barnes & Noble.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 14, 2019, 11:48:10 PM
No, no.
TheMadScientist pointed us to Barnes & Noble.
Ok, TheMadScientist saves the Day!!!
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 14, 2019, 11:59:59 PM
Ok, TheMadScientist saves the Day!!!
And how often can you say
that!
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 15, 2019, 12:02:43 AM
And how often can you say that!
hahaha! I know, those mad scientists usually wreck the place.
Quote from: Subatomic_Matt on August 14, 2019, 11:24:36 PM
Couple of friends visited tonight and we played this after supper.
It was a lot of fun and they enjoyed asking who villagers/items were from the movies.
They're ready to come over and play again and I'm ready to battle more than 2 monsters at a time. It's fun and something new for me, as I've never been a board game guy.
It's really surprising how much of a difference one monster makes in a game. The right combo of monsters and cards will get you to that skull before you can do anything about it.. We had 3 games tonight in the span of about 2 hours and lost in spectacular fashion the first 2 games thanks to the Invisible Man. In my experience he's been the real thorn in the side for most games with his aggressive tendencies towards villagers and his knack for making the exact right item you need disappear.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 15, 2019, 12:56:29 AM
In my experience he's been the real thorn in the side for most games with his aggressive tendencies towards villagers and his knack for making the exact right item you need disappear.
What a dick!
You guys... I tried Barnes and Noble. Yes, it qualifies for free shipping, but it doesn't ship free. I need $0.01 more to get the free shipping.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 15, 2019, 02:02:55 AM
You guys... I tried Barnes and Noble. Yes, it qualifies for free shipping, but it doesn't ship free. I need $0.01 more to get the free shipping.
Well, looks like you will never get one. But at least you never had to spend that penny.
You showed 'em.
Quote from: Lazarus on August 15, 2019, 12:56:29 AM
It's really surprising how much of a difference one monster makes in a game. The right combo of monsters and cards will get you to that skull before you can do anything about it.. We had 3 games tonight in the span of about 2 hours and lost in spectacular fashion the first 2 games thanks to the Invisible Man. In my experience he's been the real thorn in the side for most games with his aggressive tendencies towards villagers and his knack for making the exact right item you need disappear.
He did some of the item swiping last night but every time he rolled to strike it never came up "hit"! I get kinda bad for him!
We played with some friends the other night and it was a close one. We played with the Monster, the Bride and the Invisible Man. Using the lovely couple definitely raises the difficulty. It's exciting that I can always add more monsters and make it harder and harder. The replay value on this game is great.
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 15, 2019, 03:17:40 AM
Well, looks like you will never get one. But at least you never had to spend that penny.
You showed 'em.
Haha! I would gladly spend a penny, if that's all it took. Even a donation to save the dying retailer would be fine by me. Alas, they don't let me do it. They're not too smart, because I can wait this out. I'm not in any rush to spend unnecessary amounts on shipping or items I don't need just to get a board game half the people here dislike.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on August 15, 2019, 12:10:32 PM
Haha! I would gladly spend a penny, if that's all it took. Even a donation to save the dying retailer would be fine by me. Alas, they don't let me do it. They're not too smart, because I can wait this out. I'm not in any rush to spend unnecessary amounts on shipping or items I don't need just to get a board game half the people here dislike.
Here: see if they carry this at Target. If they do, then you can order from them, get free shipping....and stick to your guns too. ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/wzDuCPp.jpg)
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 15, 2019, 12:23:43 PM
Here: see if they carry this at Target. If they do, then you can order from them, get free shipping....and stick to your guns too. ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/wzDuCPp.jpg)
I would definitely purchased that ICEE machine.
Well, Target also carries the Jaws and Jurassic Park games by the same company, and I do recommend those if you want more creature feature games. Jaws is especially neat.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 15, 2019, 12:23:43 PM
Here: see if they carry this at Target. If they do, then you can order from them, get free shipping....and stick to your guns too. ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/wzDuCPp.jpg)
This. We need more of this.
I just got me a Creature token from a guy who's "No. 1" in my book (if I was the religious type) !!
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 23, 2019, 04:02:00 PM
I just got me a Creature token from a guy who's "No. 1" in my book (if I was the religious type) !!
Sounds like a real Stinker!
I'd still like to see an official CLUE game with all the monsters - and really good Universal Monster game pieces.
Too bad the old BOOOO-opoly game didn't use Universal Monster game pieces.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48608956281_de72f93ac6_b.jpg)
Quote from: Monsters For Sale on August 23, 2019, 05:23:17 PM
Too bad the old BOOOO-opoly game didn't use Universal Monster game pieces.
I see Dracula (in bat form).
Quote from: Mike Scott on August 23, 2019, 05:31:44 PM
I see Dracula (in bat form).
I see "The Black Cat" in silver form.
Is that an amalgamation of Margaret Hamilton?
Quote from: marsattacks666 on August 23, 2019, 07:09:00 PM
Is that an amalgamation of Margaret Hamilton?
Sure looks like it. Dracula Has a tiny bit of Lugosi, too (more than some of the "official" items).
Quote from: Mord on August 23, 2019, 07:53:29 PM
Dracula Has a tiny bit of Lugosi
More than a little. They used this photo as a model.
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img921/5264/8ymyt0.jpg)
Why doesn't Bela Jr. go after them? He goes after everyone else.
Quote from: Mord on August 23, 2019, 11:31:27 PM
Why doesn't Bela Jr. go after them? He goes after everyone else.
Nap time maybe? Guess what...From what I hear it will be Bela Jr., Jr. (Bela III?) who will continue this protection of the family's image cash cow into the future. This is probably why once again Uni and Bela's blood are trying to distance themselves from one another.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 23, 2019, 11:43:55 PM
Nap time maybe? Guess what...From what I hear it will be Bela Jr., Jr. (Bela III?) who will continue this protection of the family's image cash cow into the future. This is probably why once again Uni and Bela's blood are trying to distance themselves from one another.
The Dracula image here is so much better than the one on the "Horrified" box (just an observation).
Quote from: Mord on August 24, 2019, 12:06:54 AM
The Dracula image here is so much better than the one on the "Horrified" box (just an observation).
But for the fangs, yes, I would agree. Those fangs have always bothered me. They aren't even in the right place. Horrified Dracula is a suaver Monster Squad Dracula, and I'm okay with that. At least he doesn't have the ridiculous fangs.
Honestly, I am fine with all of the monster art here except Frankenstein. They have the Karloff likeness. It's not that hard to cough up a few extra bucks to get it. Chaney and Lugosi, yeah... That I understand. But, Karloff... Even Hallmark gets Karloff for their stickers... And you know those aren't bringing in any big bucks.
If anyone still needs this, it's 20% off this week. That means only $28 will take it home (at Target).
It's worth every penny!
My 4 year old nephew has started playing it with us. He's more interested in saving the villagers than fighting the monsters, but he likes it a lot.
Quote from: Lazarus on September 15, 2019, 06:42:31 PM
It's worth every penny!
My 4 year old nephew has started playing it with us. He's more interested in saving the villagers than fighting the monsters, but he likes it a lot.
I love hearing that! We have to keep the young 'uns interested in the classic monsters. Otherwise, they'll turn into dust faster than you can say "Christopher Lee".
I finally picked this up. We were at Barnes and Noble and saw it in the flesh.
Got it. Played it. Love it!
How tempting! Looks like all of you are having a blast playing this!!! I saw it on Amazon and i was very tempted to get it (i am still) but the fact that i will be playing it all alone bothers me.
Quote from: Akira-Devilman on October 19, 2019, 12:33:34 AM
How tempting! Looks like all of you are having a blast playing this!!! I saw it on Amazon and i was very tempted to get it (i am still) but the fact that i will be playing it all alone bothers me.
I think this would work well as a one player game. Give it a try.
I've played it a couple times alone and enjoyed it a lot. I put on the Wolf Man soundtrack on YouTube and just enjoy it for what it is.
Quote from: John Pertwee on October 13, 2019, 10:05:27 AM
I finally picked this up. We were at Barnes and Noble and saw it in the flesh.
Picked mine up at B n N yesterday.
Quote from: Anton Phibes on August 23, 2019, 11:43:55 PM
Nap time maybe? Guess what...From what I hear it will be Bela Jr., Jr. (Bela III?) who will continue this protection of the family's image cash cow into the future. This is probably why once again Uni and Bela's blood are trying to distance themselves from one another.
Not really worth it. There's only 7 years left on the protections, then Bela will belong to Universal... and the world.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on October 21, 2019, 12:47:42 AM
Not really worth it. There's only 7 years left on the protections, then Bela will belong to Universal... and the world.
If we live that long.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on October 21, 2019, 12:47:42 AM
Not really worth it. There's only 7 years left on the protections, then Bela will belong to Universal... and the world.
I don't collect Dracula, but I hope I live long enough to see the market flooded with Lugosi-style product.
Almost as much... I hope Bela Junior lives to see it, too.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on October 21, 2019, 12:47:42 AM
Not really worth it. There's only 7 years left on the protections, then Bela will belong to Universal... and the world.
It depends on if Mickey Mouse's copyright is up between now and then, because that almost guarantees an extension.
Quote from: Lazarus on October 22, 2019, 05:13:21 PM
It depends on if Mickey Mouse's copyright is up between now and then, because that almost guarantees an extension.
Mickey is scheduled to expire in 2023. There is no way Bela becomes public domain for many, many years if ever so long as the family seeks to maintain the copyright. Disney will ensure that on their behalf.
For anyone interested I noticed there are several Youtube videos of people painting the Horrified board game pieces; here's a general search link.
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=horrified+board+game+paint (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=horrified+board+game+paint)
Quote from: fearliath on October 22, 2019, 07:00:58 PM
Mickey is scheduled to expire in 2023. There is no way Bela becomes public domain for many, many years if ever so long as the family seeks to maintain the copyright. Disney will ensure that on their behalf.
Mickey Mouse copyright and celebrity likeness rights are two different things. There could very well be an extension to celebrity likeness rights, but Mickey won't have anything to do with it.
That's a fair point. I just sort of assumed it all fell under the same umbrella.
The fiancé and I just finished a game. We decided to play against the Mummy and the Wolf Man. That was a rough combo.
Quote from: Mike...In 3-D! on November 16, 2019, 11:42:00 PM
The fiancé and I just finished a game. We decided to play against the Mummy and the Wolf Man. That was a rough combo.
I hate the Wolf Man. Ugh. Haven't tried The Mummy yet.
Quote from: aura of foreboding on November 17, 2019, 12:09:21 AM
I hate the Wolf Man. Ugh. Haven't tried The Mummy yet.
The Mummy wouldn't have been so bad, except I was the target for both monsters and that made it rough.
Quote from: Mike...In 3-D! on November 17, 2019, 09:30:07 AM
The Mummy wouldn't have been so bad, except I was the target for both monsters and that made it rough.
Played Wolfie, Frank, and Bride. It was rough.
My favorite thing about the game is that there's nuance to how the monsters work. Wolf Man is easily the most aggressive. Just wait till you start doing 3 monster games regularly. We had one with Wolf Man, Mummy, and Dracula, and people were constantly being pulled all over the place, often getting them in range of Wolfman when his card came up.
My daughter got this for Christmas. I played it once and my kids have played it 10 or 15 times. They absolutely love this game. I don't enjoy board games and I actually liked it. This game is well thought out as an actual game and pays great tribute to the monsters as well. Zero complaints with this game.
Hey, Guys!
There is an eBay seller (not me) who has lots of the (http://horrified) game pieces and bits for sale in pretty big quantities. He has singles and multiples of all the Monsters - even some of them that have been painted. Prices look reasonable to me.
Check him out:
https://tinyurl.com/v5rsklq
Finally played this for the first time last week with some friends, and it was a lot of fun! Played against Creature from the Black Lagoon and Dracula, so I'm excited to try to more difficult monster combinations. Liked that it wasn't too easy, but still could pick up the rules quick and a game didn't take hours and hours like some board games.
Actually ended up playing this again with the same friends tonight. Went with the Invisible Man and Mummy this time around, and barely beat then which really made things fun and exciting! The friends I played with are really into board games, and decided they wanted to play this again instead of some of the other spooky board game staples they brought to the party (such as Betrayal at House on the Hill and Dead of Winter). A few even mentioned adding it to their Christmas lists this year.
There's a ton of homebrew for this on Board Game Geek. Different monsters, movie characters as playable heroes, entire variants like one for Day of the Triffids that is supposed to be fun.
If you wanna play a around a little, it might be worth a look. I've brought my copy to work a few times to play after closing, and a co-worker has printed out a copy of the phantom for us to try next time because he liked the game, and he also thought it was criminal that the Phantom wasn't included.
Quote from: Lazarus on November 03, 2020, 11:37:31 AM
There's a ton of homebrew for this on Board Game Geek. Different monsters, movie characters as playable heroes, entire variants like one for Day of the Triffids that is supposed to be fun.
If you wanna play a around a little, it might be worth a look. I've brought my copy to work a few times to play after closing, and a co-worker has printed out a copy of the phantom for us to try next time because he liked the game, and he also thought it was criminal that the Phantom wasn't included.
I just checked that out. Thanks! I wish I knew anything about 3d printing...it would be really cool to design and print different monsters for these variants.
For slasher movie fans, someone on BoardGameGeek posted instructions and files to turn Horrified into a slasher movie variation called "Terrified": https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/2608815/turning-horrified-terrified/page/1 (https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/2608815/turning-horrified-terrified/page/1)
Someone on etsy even created 3d printed game pieces, which you can purchase: https://www.etsy.com/listing/982907935/terrified-board-game-complete-figure?ga_search_query=terrified&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1&crt=1 (https://www.etsy.com/listing/982907935/terrified-board-game-complete-figure?ga_search_query=terrified&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1&crt=1)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/23259873/r/il/304c61/2948793702/il_794xN.2948793702_2mq2.jpg)
It's a bit of a time and money commitment, but seems like a fun little project. Currently waiting on my game pieces to arrive, so I can battle Jason, Leatherface and Co with friends.
Alright, so let's talk about the new kid on the block. American Monsters!
(https://assets.dicebreaker.com/horrified-american-monsters-spill-board-game.png/BROK/resize/1200x1200%3E/format/jpg/quality/70/horrified-american-monsters-spill-board-game.png)
Most of the DNA of the game is the same. The player abilities are reskins from the first game, the deck and perk stuff functions like the first game, but there's a lot of new stuff going on to correspond with the new monsters. The has a different layout, and the monsters, of which there's only 6 instead of the originals 7 (though Frank and his bride were a duo, so it was technically 6) are VERY different, and fairly complex in a few cases (Jersey Devil changes the landscape of the whole game, which is crazy).
The minis are much chunkier this time around, towering over the older monster figures.
(https://cf.geekdo-images.com/EF8yVI_1IrTYOkrdsCB8ZQ__imagepage/img/ZtN5D9JBaeeOdjyTNlCnb1hmzVE=/fit-in/900x600/filters:no_upscale():strip_icc()/pic6437059.jpg)
The board has a very neat little map of North America, with some notable locations for this sort of stuff.
(https://cf.geekdo-images.com/yPgK7rvSdh79mtbjQcOjRA__imagepage/img/FTRQ7Rny07oHetsL1oREYf3pwaU=/fit-in/900x600/filters:no_upscale():strip_icc()/pic6437058.jpg)
I still have to play a few more times to see how I feel about it overall, but it definitely seems harder at the moment. That might just be the monsters I've gotten, which we've been doing randomly.
The only thing I dislike about this version is that the drawstring bag has been replaced with a plastic one (think reusable grocery bags) and I actively hate the new bag.
Overall? Pretty neat! Here's to many games this Halloween season!
I really feel like buying this games just for the mini figures!!!
Quote from: TheMadScientist on October 06, 2021, 03:51:19 PM
For slasher movie fans, someone on BoardGameGeek posted instructions and files to turn Horrified into a slasher movie variation called "Terrified": https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/2608815/turning-horrified-terrified/page/1 (https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/2608815/turning-horrified-terrified/page/1)
Someone on etsy even created 3d printed game pieces, which you can purchase: https://www.etsy.com/listing/982907935/terrified-board-game-complete-figure?ga_search_query=terrified&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1&crt=1 (https://www.etsy.com/listing/982907935/terrified-board-game-complete-figure?ga_search_query=terrified&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1&crt=1)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/23259873/r/il/304c61/2948793702/il_794xN.2948793702_2mq2.jpg)
It's a bit of a time and money commitment, but seems like a fun little project. Currently waiting on my game pieces to arrive, so I can battle Jason, Leatherface and Co with friends.
I absolutely need Slashers.
I bought Horrified but I have yet to play it.
The instructions seem a bit daunting.
Quote from: marsattacks666 on October 11, 2021, 05:00:09 PM
I absolutely need Slashers.
I'm waiting for some stuff to arrive to put it all together, but if anyone decides to build the slasher version too and needs any help, feel free to shoot me a message! Those 3D printed figures are a little pricey, but you could easily print out your own markers using images of the slashers from Google. I've been able to print almost everything else off (with a little trial and error) at Fedex Office.
Quote from: Rockshasa on October 11, 2021, 06:52:24 PM
I bought Horrified but I have yet to play it.
The instructions seem a bit daunting.
It's actually a very simple game. Try a solo game with the 2 recommended starter monsters (Dracula and Creature from the Black Lagoon). You will have it figured out in 5 minutes. The Universal Monsters version is the one to start with, as the monsters in American Monsters are much more elaborate.