
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,996
- BGG rating
- 7.7
Big Trouble in Little China: The Game
- 1–4 players
- 60–120 min
- Complexity 3.0/5
- 2018

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Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 is an expansion for Secrets of the Lost Tomb released in 2015 for 1–6 players, 60–120 minutes per game, and ages 13 and up. It was designed by Christopher Batarlis and Jim Samartino and its main mechanics are Cooperative Game and Action Points.
Lost City... Discovered! Welcome to the deepest and most secret parts of the lost Tomb! After millennia, the forgotten location of the Lost City of Atlantis has finally been recovered. The ley lines—supernatural, invisible tracks of magic that circumnavigate the globe—have been deciphered. They have led you and your team to a place that this generation has never before laid eyes upon. The Lost City of Atlantis, the fourth level of the Tomb, is now unlocked, and with it come the legend, the mystery, and the answers to why and how the Tomb moves throughout the planes. Atlantis holds the key to restoring cosmic peace: with luck, you’ll find a way to repair the malfunctioning Antikythera Mechanism, stopping the terrible monsters from materializing inside of the Tomb for good! As you explore the deepest parts of the Tomb, you will also discover the Apex, the highest part of the Tomb. Venture forth into the mystical Tomb’s Eye—also known as Medusa’s Meridian—the large pyramid atop the structure, where all of the Tomb’s energies are channeled. Learn things about yourself and others in the Order, things that would have once been beyond your comprehension. When you enter the Meridian, you start a countdown clock to the Tomb’s departure from our world, but you could very well crack the code that unlocks your team’s true potential. The secrets of the cosmos are within your grasp. The Tomb’s inner workings will finally be revealed to you. It is your chance now to discover Atlantis: Mystery of the Thirteen!
Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 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 Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 is 60–120 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 Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 for ages 13 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.
Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 has a complexity rating of 3.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight 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.
Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Adventure, and Ancient. Its main mechanics are Cooperative Game and Action Points. 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 Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 are: Christopher Batarlis and Jim Samartino. 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 Secrets of the Lost Tomb: Atlantis – Mystery of the 13 as an expansion for Secrets of the Lost Tomb. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Secrets of the Lost Tomb to use it. Check that your edition of Secrets of the Lost Tomb is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.