- BGG rank
- BGG #3,568
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Mistfall
- 1–4 players
- 120 min
- Complexity 4.0/5
- 2015
- BGG rank
- BGG #4,497
- BGG rating
- 7.3
Mistfall: Heart of the Mists
2016
Rules assistance for Mistfall: Heart of the Mists
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- 1–4 players
- 120 min
- 14+
- Complexity 4.1/5
For 1 player
Rules assistant for Mistfall: Heart of the Mists
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Mistfall: Heart of the Mists is a board game released in 2016 for 1–4 players, 120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Błażej Kubacki and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Modular Board.
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About the game
Mistfall: Heart of the Mists is is a fully cooperative card-based adventure game set in a world of mystery, eldritch powers and perilous adventures. Heart of the Mists continues the story of Mistfall in a standalone expansion featuring new Heroes, Enemies, Encounters and Quests, and introducing Allies, as well as alternative versions of some of the base game mechanisms. At the start of the game each player chooses a hero with a fixed deck of equipment and power cards, as well as a set of upgrades that can be added directly to a player’s hand during the game. A semi-randomly created board makes for a different landscape every time the game is played, and randomized sets of encounters and enemies create different challenges for players to face before their time runs out. Mistfall: Heart of the Mists introduces more of what made Mistfall great, making it a good entry point for new gamers, as well as a solid expansion for existing fans. With next to no elements replicated from the base set, Heart of the Mists is the perfect addition to the existing Mistfall set – and a challenging experience both solitaire, as well as with a group of up to three friends. Gather up your resolve, check your gear and get ready to go to the smoldering heart of the unrelenting Mists!
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Publishers
- asmodee
- Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- NSKN Games
Questions and answers
Mistfall: Heart of the Mists supports 1–4 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 Mistfall: Heart of the Mists 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 Mistfall: Heart of the Mists for ages 14 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.
Mistfall: Heart of the Mists has a complexity rating of 4.1 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a heavy 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.
Mistfall: Heart of the Mists belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Modular Board. 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 credited designers of Mistfall: Heart of the Mists are: Błażej Kubacki. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Mistfall: Heart of the Mists 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.