
- BGG rank
- BGG #17,005
- BGG rating
- 7.6
Eppi: Part 1 – Call from Outer Space
- 1–4 players
- 60–120 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2023

2020
Rules assistance for Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse
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Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse is a board game released in 2020 for 1–6 players, 120 minutes per game, and ages 16 and up. Its main mechanics are Deduction, Storytelling, and Cooperative Game.
The Butterfly Curse is an original horror escape game that mixes physical and digital puzzles with dark narrative to immerse you in a such terrifying experience that it may be impossible for you to distinguish reality from fiction. A mysterious envelope will reach your hands. Inside, you will find the material that serves as a bridge to connect the physical and digital world. By interacting with it, you must solve the enigmas and puzzles to survive to this evil curse. Your ingenuity and courage will be your only ally. The envelope is the heart of the project and the online support material its soul. With this combination, you and your friends can face the multiple challenges with at least 2 hours of fun and puzzle-solving. It will be necessary to have a device with a good internet connection. PLOT The legend tells that certain people who are blessed with the gift of deciphering and solving the most complex puzzles descend from dark pacts of blood. But now, an evil curse hangs over their shoulders, one that is taking the life of more than a hundred people.
Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse supports 1–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse is 120 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse for ages 16 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse belongs to these categories: Exploration and Puzzle. Its main mechanics are Deduction, Storytelling, and Cooperative Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Key Enigma: The Butterfly Curse as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.