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Penny Arcade: The Game – Gamers vs. Evil
- 2–4 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 2.2/5
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- BGG #7,069
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- 6.9
Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh
2012
Rules assistance for Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh
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- 2–4 players
- 30–45 min
- 15+
- Complexity 2.2/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh
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Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh is a board game released in 2012 for 2–4 players, 30–45 minutes per game, and ages 15 and up. It was designed by Paul Sottosanti and Michael Donais and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Open Drafting.
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About the game
Game description from the publisher: Just when you thought it was safe to pick up the controller...just when it seemed the time for cardboard tubes was at an end...the dread elder god Cthulhu rises from his slumber in the sunken city of R'lyeh, and he's not playing games! Penny Arcade: The Game - Rumble in R'lyeh is both a complete game and an expansion to Penny Arcade: The Game - Gamers vs. Evil. Players can mix the two sets together for the ultimate crazy ride through the sublimely bizarre world of the Penny Arcade web comic. Explore Gabe's Gross Mouth, harness the dubious power of Bono Trask: Timesqueezer, and fall under the curse of TouchWeiners' dark double: the Were-Swan. So what's new under the sea? Gold cards! These powerful cards require both Tokens and Power to acquire and count as both Green and Red cards, unlocking tons of new synergy and customization options with the previous set. New Green and Red cards add even more longevity to the game. Integrates with: Penny Arcade: The Game – Gamers vs. Evil
Designers
Publishers
- Cryptozoic Entertainment
Questions and answers
Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh supports 2–4 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 Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh is 30–45 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 Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh for ages 15 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.
Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh has a complexity rating of 2.2 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.
Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh belongs to these categories: Card Game, Comic Book / Strip, and Horror. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Open Drafting. 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 Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh are: Paul Sottosanti and Michael Donais. 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 Penny Arcade: The Game – Rumble in R'lyeh 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.