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whatyoutolkienabout's review
5.0
I grew up playing the fighting fantasy adventure games and have played several solo adventure game books since. I am also an avid RPG player be it by book or videogame. Unfortunately being an adult cuts into gaming time and makes it difficult to find a time when all the crew are free so solo game books or solo adventures are always a fun way to scratch that itch. I am glad to say that The Darkness Over Arkham does just that. I adored being an investigator and playing through this one and best of all it’s got lots of reply ability too!
Like the previous game books by Aconyte (set in the Marvel universe) I was sure this one would work just as well and I have to say I think it is my favourite so far. With the Moon Knight title coming a close second. You are able to plan and plot and potentially fail as you play and best of all it’s got all the things you could expect from Arkham Horror.
I would recommend to any one who is a fan of choose-your-own-adventure books or a fan of Arkham Horror who wants to try something new. There is loads of re-playability as well so it’s a win-win. I’ve already ordered a physical copy!
Like the previous game books by Aconyte (set in the Marvel universe) I was sure this one would work just as well and I have to say I think it is my favourite so far. With the Moon Knight title coming a close second. You are able to plan and plot and potentially fail as you play and best of all it’s got all the things you could expect from Arkham Horror.
I would recommend to any one who is a fan of choose-your-own-adventure books or a fan of Arkham Horror who wants to try something new. There is loads of re-playability as well so it’s a win-win. I’ve already ordered a physical copy!
courtsport3000's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
This is cosmic horror choose-your-own-adventure for adults and it was so fun! If you're familiar with any of the Arkham Horror universe, you'll find that the cosmic horror from yesteryear vibes are captured perfectly. It really felt like playing through a solo version of the lore from the games. The choose-your-own-adventure elements are crafted very well. I found myself reading through multiple times to try different characters and options in an attempt to see as many secrets and possible endings as I could. After several run throughs, it still felt like there was a ton of content to explore.
This is a neat concept executed well. This book would work for anyone, but especially fans of TTRPGs looking for a solo option. Fans of other AH content are in for an especially big treat.
Special thanks to Aconyte Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for review.
This is a neat concept executed well. This book would work for anyone, but especially fans of TTRPGs looking for a solo option. Fans of other AH content are in for an especially big treat.
Special thanks to Aconyte Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for review.
hisghoulfriday's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
5.0
The Darkness Over Arkham is a gamebook where you try to solve the mystery behind a deceased renowned professor, but as you unravel the mystery you find out there's something far more sinister going on.
I haven't read a gamebook since I was a kid so this was a lot of fun! This one involved solving puzzles, character sheets, and dice to determine your fate. I loved that the book included pre-made and blank character sheets, so you can make your experience different every time.
This was also my first introduction to Arkham Horror and I enjoyed the vibe of it. It's very Lovecraftian and atmospheric. The storyline was really engaging; I ended up playing a bunch of times and I loved that each of my endings was a grim one.
The Darkness Over Arkham was such a cool experience, I highly recommend reading this when it comes out in May!
A big thank you to NetGalley and Aconyte Books for the gifted copy!
I haven't read a gamebook since I was a kid so this was a lot of fun! This one involved solving puzzles, character sheets, and dice to determine your fate. I loved that the book included pre-made and blank character sheets, so you can make your experience different every time.
This was also my first introduction to Arkham Horror and I enjoyed the vibe of it. It's very Lovecraftian and atmospheric. The storyline was really engaging; I ended up playing a bunch of times and I loved that each of my endings was a grim one.
The Darkness Over Arkham was such a cool experience, I highly recommend reading this when it comes out in May!
A big thank you to NetGalley and Aconyte Books for the gifted copy!
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