Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers: Shadows over Innistrad (2016)

About this game

Stand-alone expansion to Magic: The Gathering – Arena of the Planeswalkers. Innistrad is a plane in the Multiverse unlike any other. It's a place where humankind is threatened on all sides by vampires, werewolves, spirits, and ghouls. Twisted, pointed stones called cryptoliths have risen throughout the land and have attracted the attention of those trying to unravel a deeper mystery, for they hold a deep power. As players face off against each other over the cryptoliths’ fate, that power can tip the scales of battle. The first player or team to achieve their victory condition wins the game.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.6/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 10 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.