Castle Panic 2nd Edition: Engines of War

Take your fortifications to the next level with Engines of War, a significant expansion for the second edition of the classic cooperative game, Castle Panic. Published by Fireside Games, this expansion introduces a sophisticated economic and engineering layer to your favourite tower defence experience. To utilise this set, you will require the Castle Panic base game, as it builds directly upon the core mechanics of defending your towers from a relentless monster horde. With the arrival of the Engineer and a host of new siege equipment, the battle for the castle becomes more tactical and engaging than ever before.

Engines of War transforms the way you interact with the game by introducing Resource cards and a dedicated Engineer character. Instead of simply playing cards to attack, you can now use resources to build five new types of weapons and defences, including the Spring Trap, Pit, and Barricade. However, the monsters have brought their own reinforcements; new Siege Engines and specialized Monsters will challenge your walls in ways you have never seen. Players must work together to decide which weapons to construct and where to deploy their limited resources, fostering a strong social experience and deep cooperative bonding as you strive to keep the Keep standing.

While the new mechanics add significant depth, they remain true to the accessibility of the original game and can be learned in just a few minutes. This expansion offers high replay value, as the new economic elements ensure that every session requires a different strategic approach. Suitable for 1 to 6 players aged 10 and up, it is a fantastic choice for family game nights or dedicated gaming groups looking for a fresh challenge. Whether you are gifting it for a holiday or adding it to your own weekly rotation, Engines of War provides a lifetime of exploration and warm memories for those who dare to stand against the approaching siege.

• New Strategic Layer: Use the Engineer and Resource cards to build advanced traps and fortifications to bolster your castle's exterior.
• Menacing Siege Engines: Face off against formidable new monster machinery that requires coordinated teamwork to dismantle.
• Enhanced Cooperative Play: Work as a team to manage a shared economy, deciding together which constructions are vital for survival.
• Expanded Bestiary: Contend with a new variety of Monsters that bring unique abilities and threats to the woodland borders.
• High Player Capacity: Enjoy the expansion as a solo challenge or with a full group of up to six participants for an epic defensive struggle.