The Arkham Horror universe boasts a vast array of games, so much so that we've divided them into two guides. This buying guide focuses on the board games; for the deck-building card games, please see our Arkham Horror: The Card Game Buying Guide.
Arkham Horror is a long-running franchise of cooperative horror board games. Players collaborate to complete missions, with gameplay branching based on chosen roles, expansions, and campaigns. These games also offer excellent solo experiences for those times when a full group isn't available.
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### Arkham Horror (3rd Edition)
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### Arkham Horror: Under Dark Waves Expansion
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### Arkham Horror: Secrets of The Order Expansion
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### Arkham Horror: The Dead of Night Expansion
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### Elder Sign
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### Elder Sign: The Gates of Arkham Expansion
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### Elder Sign: Omens of the Pharaoh Expansion
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### Elder Sign: Unseen Forces Expansion
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### Elder Sign: Grave Consequences
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### Elder Sign: Omens of Ice
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### Elder Sign: Omens of the Deep
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### Mansions of Madness (2nd Edition)
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### Mansions of Madness: Path of The Serpent Expansion
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### Mansions of Madness: Beyond the Threshold Expansion
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### Unfathomable
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### Unfathomable: From the Abyss Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror
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### Eldritch Horror: Mountains of Madness Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Under the Pyramids Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Masks of Nyarlathotep Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: The Dreamlands Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Forsaken Lore Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Strange Remnants Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Signs of Carcosa Expansion
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### Eldritch Horror: Cities in Ruin Expansion
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### Arkham Horror: The Roleplaying Game - Hungering Abyss Starter Set
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### Arkham Horror: The Roleplaying - Game Core Rulebook
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To quickly browse the games and expansions, scroll through the catalog above. For a deeper dive into the interconnectedness of the Arkham Horror universe, continue reading.
Arkham Horror: The Board Game
### Arkham Horror (3rd Edition)
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**MSRP**: $65.95 USD **Players**: 1-6 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
Arkham Horror is a cooperative board game where players work together to overcome various terrors. Choose from six investigators to solve mysteries and defeat monstrous foes. Multiple campaigns offer high replayability due to the significant luck element and the potential for chaotic events. Be warned: this is a challenging game with a lengthy setup and playtime. While solo play is possible, victory requires teamwork and strategic decision-making.
Arkham Horror: The Board Game Expansions
Three expansions enhance the base game:
### Arkham Horror: Under the Dark Waves Expansion
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**MSRP**: $59.99 USD **Players**: 1-6 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
This large expansion introduces underwater horrors, eight new investigators, and four new scenarios.
### Arkham Horror: Secrets of The Order Expansion
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**MSRP**: $44.99 USD **Players**: 1-6 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
A medium-sized expansion with three new scenarios, three new investigators, and exploration of a new neighborhood.
### Arkham Horror: The Dead of Night Expansion
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**MSRP**: $32.99 USD **Players**: 1-4 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
A smaller, more affordable expansion with two new scenarios and four new investigators.
Other Arkham Horror Board Games
These standalone games offer separate Arkham adventures:
Elder Sign
### Elder Sign
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**MSRP**: $39.99 USD **Players**: 1-8 **Playtime**: 1-2 hours **Ages**: 14+
A dice-rolling game playable by one to eight players, the most accessible in the Arkham Files franchise. Six expansions add further challenges and replayability.
Elder Sign Expansions
Elder Sign has six expansions: Unseen Forces, Gates of Arkham, Omens of Ice, Grave Consequences, Omens of the Deep, and Omens of the Pharaoh. Grave Consequences is a standalone deck playable with or without the core game. No further expansions are currently planned.
Mansions of Madness (2nd Edition)
### Mansions of Madness (2nd Edition)
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**MSRP**: $109.95 USD **Players**: 1-5 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
An app-driven dungeon crawler, this standalone game blends physical components with a digital narrative experience. The app manages setup, gameplay, and story progression, offering a unique blend of tactical gameplay and immersive storytelling.
Mansions of Madness Expansions
Two app-driven cooperative expansions are available:
### Mansions of Madness: Path of The Serpent Expansion
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**MSRP**: $69.99 USD **Players**: 1-5 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
Jungle-themed expansion with new horrors and challenges.
### Mansions of Madness: Beyond the Threshold Expansion
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**MSRP**: $39.19 USD **Players**: 1-5 **Playtime**: 2-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
More affordable expansion with new investigators, scenarios, and an insanity mechanic.
Unfathomable
### Unfathomable
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**MSRP**: $64.99 USD **Players**: 3-6 **Playtime**: 2-4 hours **Ages**: 14+
A social deduction game set on a ship escaping monstrous sea creatures. The presence of a hidden traitor adds a layer of intrigue and suspicion to the cooperative gameplay.
Unfathomable: From the Abyss Expansion
### Unfathomable: From the Abyss Expansion
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Introduces new prelude cards, monstrous horrors, skills, items, and boon cards.
Eldritch Horror
### Eldritch Horror
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**MSRP**: $59.95 USD **Players**: 1-4 **Playtime**: 1-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
A globe-trotting cooperative game with a faster setup and simpler rules than Arkham Horror, focusing on strategy and puzzle-solving.
Eldritch Horror Expansions
Eight expansions are available: Forsaken Lore, Mountains of Madness, Strange Remnants, Under the Pyramids, Signs of Carcosa, The Dreamlands, Cities in Ruin, and Masks of Nyarlathotep.
Other Ways to Play
Explore the Arkham Horror universe through:
Arkham Horror: The Roleplaying Game
A tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) experience:
### Arkham Horror: The Roleplaying Game - Hungering Abyss Starter Set
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**MSRP**: $34.99 USD **Players**: 2-4 **Playtime**: 1-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
An accessible starter set with a sample campaign for new TTRPG players.
### Arkham Horror: The Roleplaying - Game Core Rulebook
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**MSRP**: $49.99 USD **Players**: 2-6 **Playtime**: 1-3 hours **Ages**: 14+
The core rulebook for continued adventures.
Video Game Versions
Arkham Horror: Mother’s Embrace (Steam, Switch): A single-player digital adaptation with mixed reviews.
Elder Sign: Omens (Steam, Mobile): A well-received digital version of Elder Sign.
The Bottom Line
Arkham Horror offers a diverse range of Lovecraftian experiences, playable solo or with friends. While challenging and incorporating significant elements of chance, these games provide high replayability and immersive adventures into the world of cosmic horror.
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