•    One full color rules booklet (player aid included)
•    One 11" x 17" game board

•    9 Hero sheets
•    150 cards
•    111 thick, laser-cut, multi-shaped counter pieces (minor assembly required)

Suggested Polybag Price: $39.95

Suggested Box Price: $54.95

Video Reviews:

Video review by Marco Arnaudo



Video review by Undead Viking

What They're Saying:

- "...is a fun co-op game that encourages individual thinking through unique characters with a host of abilities only the player will fully grasp. At first players worked autonomously gathering materials for the battle against the Necromancer, until we were confident enough to come back together and defeat him. In the final round, every player brought something to defeat him... I never felt like I wasn't contributing or being controlled by someone else." - Josiah White (Board Game Geek)

- "I’ve played this game solitaire. It’s the choices that you make that are key. Timing and luck feature in the game but that just keeps it all interesting. No 2 games play the same as there is a healthy number of variables, whether in Blights, Events, items found, the Necromancer’s movement. To a degree you have control over your actions but the fickle finger of fate will inevitably have a go at you. I personally like this as it avoids trying to find an optimum strategy.

All in all I enjoyed Darkest Night. I would say that its one of the best games that Victory Point Games has published and should be a top seller. It ticks pretty much the boxes that you would expect in a fantasy cooperative game. The theme and darkness of the game come out pretty well, it looks great, the components are a nice step up. It moves along as a solitaire game, even as you manage 4 characters and so I can’t imagine loads of downtime with other players. The Necromancer and Blights are suitably menacing and the wide variety of variables in Events, searching, Blight placement, etc. all contributes to a game that keeps you on your toes. As I keep thinking that I want another go, I’d say that Darkest Night worked well for me." - Marco Rivera (Boardgames in Blighty)

- "...is a great introduction to cooperative board gaming. If you have a group that likes fantasy themed games and wants to try out a cooperative game, this is a good one to try. I have to say I like the game better with the variant as the added difficulty adds to the tension and fun. If you get the chance to try this you should." (Play Board Games)

- "I am really impressed with this one. VPG has taken a huge leap forward with Darkest Night. Not only is the component quality fantastic, the amount of components is notable as well. And with nine playable characters, each with their own deck of ten unique powers makes for alot of replayability. I love this as a solo game, but it clearly would be a great cooperative game as well. I see this being a favorite for years to come." - Tim (Board Game Geek)

- "...I've played DN multiple times solo now, and highly suggest it for those looking for a great solo game. Even though you're controlling 4 characters, it never feels overwhelming or like something you can't handle. It also forces you to really think about each character, how they function, their abilities and the importance of turn order. Darkest Night was a huge hit for me. I don't feel like I can get it to the table enough. I've had it less than a week and have already tackled 7 games... I think if you're a fan of co-op games, Arkham Horror, Pandemic, etc that you should really look into picking up a copy of Darkest Night." - Steven Riola (Board Game Geek)

- "Gameplay is fairly basic, the comparisons to Arkham Horror are justified. It is a lighter version that is pretty much 'less everything.' less locations to move, less characters to play as, less complicated rules, etc. It utilizes similar sneak/dodge techniques, similar combat rolls, similar card drawing / enemy introduction. If you are looking for a solo or multi player co-op i think you'll find this as a nice option, especially if you're trying to get a group to pick up a meatier game such as Arkham Horror. This can really be a nice transition to that in terms of some of the similar mechanics." - Mark Heese (Amazon)

- "We have played four times and won twice, and both times the whole table erupted in cheers like Tom Brady just threw a touchdown on the moon. Awesome stuff." - James Andrews (Board Game Geek)

Mounted Map Price: $6.50