Mansions of Madness: First Edition
2–5 players • 150 min • ages 14+ • 2011
- First published
- 2011
- Players
- 2–5 players
- Playing time
- 150 min
- Age
- 14+
How it plays
Mansions of Madness: First Edition plays 2–5 players, takes about 150 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 14 and up.
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Where it came from
Mansions of Madness was published by Fantasy Flight Games in 2011 as a thematic evolution of the H.P. Lovecraft-inspired tabletop gaming line. Designed by Corey Konieczka, the game moved away from the competitive style of Arkham Horror to introduce a semi-cooperative experience where players explore a haunted manor while a single player acts as the Keeper, controlling the monsters and environmental hazards to oppose the investigators.
The game is noted for its intricate board construction and high-quality miniatures, which were intended to evoke a cinematic sense of dread and exploration. Upon its release, it was praised for its immersive storytelling and atmosphere, though critics noted the high complexity of the rules and the significant setup time required for the physical components, eventually leading the publisher to transition toward a companion app-driven experience in later editions.
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How do you play Mansions of Madness: First Edition?
Mansions of Madness: First Edition is a board game for 2–5 players, running about 150 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Mansions of Madness: First Edition for?
Mansions of Madness: First Edition is built for 2–5 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Mansions of Madness: First Edition take to play?
A game of Mansions of Madness: First Edition is listed at about 150 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Mansions of Madness: First Edition for?
Mansions of Madness: First Edition lists a minimum age of 14. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Has Mansions of Madness: First Edition won any awards?
Yes — the catalog entry for Mansions of Madness: First Edition lists Golden Geek Award for Best Thematic Board Game.
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