Is this game still enjoyable though I have not read HP Lovercraft's works?
197065
Of course! Unless you're not into board game RPGs where you play detectives trying to relinquish monsters from other dimensions.
197066
I think it would be. I haven't read much of the works related to Arkham/Miskatonic U/ etc (I hadn't read any until after my first few games), and I still thoroughly enjoyed the game. If you don't enjoy horror themes that might be a different story, but you shouldn't miss out on anything from not having read the stories. It's more based on the universe than the stories anyways, I think.
197067
Yes, even for my friends that are not familiar to Lovecraft, it was a great experience.
2019278
If plundering loot, sailing the seas and swashbuckling is your idea of fun then YES this game is heaps of fun. :) There are essentially missions that you undertake to progress the main story line. Missions can range in length from short and sweet to epic encounters. But in between the main story missions you can also under take your own side missions like completing assassination contracts and searching for Mayan treasure, just to name a few (I wouldn't want to give away to much).
319066
Yes. While there are some references to older games, none of it is required to understand the story to this game. Also, there is a very good tutorial and different difficulties you can use. Whether you enjoy the game is if you like strategy games in general, where you have to plan out your moves instead of relying on quick reflexes.
1326450
From everything I am seeing and reading it will not run well. In some of the forums they give to tricks and twists to try but they don't sound too easy or appealing to me. I guess it boils down to how badly you want to play it. I hope this helps.
1539959
I have not found that to be the case. The included adventures are meant to get familiar with the rules, character backgrounds, etc. From there though we've had a blast moving into different worlds and adventures.
1188710
No. This is the sequel to Atelier Ayesha, but you don't need to have played it to play this one.
358865
Yes! See also reviews by other who have purchased and played the game before buying!
1114122
Probably a little late here, but as a first time player get the first box set. This one is really fun, but I appreciate it more knowing how it expands upon the first one. it's not too much more complicated than the first one, but it seems to be more aggressive and less artsy than that first one.
2217435
1. It actually gets more fun because as you follow the progression of campaigns they give you new rules and new scenarios. Also, this is a very basic game when all is said and done. My brother and I have been creating new rules and character to spice things up. We even got the Drizzt version of this game to combine them and make a more interesting game-play. I've had the game for a while and sometimes I still just play by myself. The game is never the same and VERY customizable as you go.
716048
While it's preferable if you do play the first one as this story refers to the first EM's story and many of the characters make return appearances it is not a must that you play EM before EM2. EM2 will encapsulate the previous story in its cut scenes and it's not that important to be familiar with any character. I didn't find that being familiar with characters from EM enhanced my enjoyment (or lack thereof) of EM2. But I would suggest that you skip EM2 altogether and play through EM, a flawed but satisfying game. EM2 improves on a oft difficult camera (but not by that much) and it's true strength is probably the co-op play it offers but it's not nearly as satisfying a game as the original IMO. While it's preferable if you do play the first one as this story refers to the first EM's story and many of the characters make return appearances it is not a must that you play EM before EM2. EM2 will encapsulate the previous story in its cut scenes and it's not that important to be familiar with any character. I didn't find that being familiar with characters from EM enhanced my enjoyment (or lack thereof) of EM2. But I would suggest that you skip EM2 altogether and play through EM, a flawed but satisfying game. EM2 improves on a oft difficult camera (but not by that much) and it's true... » Read More While it's preferable if you do play the first one as this story refers to the first EM's story and many of the characters make return appearances it is not a must that you play EM before EM2. EM2 will encapsulate the previous story in its cut scenes and it's not that important to be familiar with any character. I didn't find that being familiar with characters from EM enhanced my enjoyment (or lack thereof) of EM2. But I would suggest that you skip EM2 altogether and play through EM, a flawed but satisfying game. EM2 improves on a oft difficult camera (but not by that much) and it's true strength is probably the co-op play it offers but it's not nearly as satisfying a game as the original IMO. « Show Less
1867102
Yes. It is a great game. Try you will love it. It is easy and a lot of fun. Hope you enjoy as much as I have for many years.
258658
I never played the version for youngsters. I know the adult one is probably "over their heads". Pardon the pun.It can be difficult as there are questions geared to the older generation for sure.
2014919
Not at all. The game is like watching an old Charlie Chan or Sherlock Holmes move! Only great fun!
716049
While it's preferable if you do play the first one as this story refers to the first EM's story and many of the characters make return appearances it is not a must that you play EM before EM2. EM2 will encapsulate the previous story in its cut scenes and it's not that important to be familiar with any character. I didn't find that being familiar with characters from EM enhanced my enjoyment (or lack thereof) of EM2. But I would suggest that you skip EM2 altogether and play through EM, a flawed but satisfying game. EM2 improves on a oft difficult camera (but not by that much) and it's true strength is probably the co-op play it offers but it's not nearly as satisfying a game as the original IMO.
200373
No... You dont need the base game.. You may use the Intrigue as an expansion though
1742491
That's fine if you don't like the game. However, there are parts where you get to explore and actually shoot or use whatever weapon you have handy, which I thought was exciting. There are also quick time events that greatly affect the story, so if you do plan on getting the game, think twice about your choices, because it may or may not end up killing off or distancing 'you' as the player from certain characters.
590571
I have not owned the first edition of the game, but from what I understand after a lot of research before I purchased was that it is basically the same game. Some inconsistencies were corrected and the characters were designed slightly differently, but it is basically the exact same game. Just updated slightly.