Horizon Forbidden West: Seeds of Rebellion Board Game Announced by Assistant with Key Details
Assistant announces that the new Horizon Forbidden West: Seeds of Rebellion board game will reveal its story and gameplay details. The Kickstarter for this project is set to launch on November 21st, as indicated in a brief trailer released last week.
Collaboration with Steamforged Games and Guerilla
Steamforged Games, known for their successful adaptations of video games into tabletop board games such as Monster Hunter, Resident Evil, and Gears Of War, has partnered with Guerilla to create Seeds of Rebellion. The game will be set about six months before Regalla’s attack on the Embassy.
A More Ambitious Adaptation
Unlike the previous Horizon board game, Seeds of Rebellion focuses on storytelling and closely ties into established Horizon lore and characters. It aims to address the missing elements from the blunt action of the previous game.
Cooperative Gameplay and Campaign
Seeds of Rebellion features a cooperative gameplay experience, with 13 full chapters for players to complete together. These chapters will include player decisions that directly affect combat, similar to games like Kinfire.
A Welcome Reward for Previous Backers
Players who enjoyed the previous Horizon board game from Steamforged will be pleased to know that there is a backward compatibility pack, available at no extra cost for returning backers.
Key Details
- Kickstarter launch: November 21, 2022
- Developed by Steamforged Games
- Set six months before Regalla’s attack on the Embassy
- Investigate troubled Tenakth
- Fully cooperative gameplay
- 13 full chapters with player decisions affecting combat
- Backward compatibility pack for returning backers
- Launching in early 2024
Steamforged Games has announced exciting details about the new Horizon Forbidden West: Seeds of Rebellion board game. The Kickstarter for this project is set to launch on November 21, 2022. In a recent blog post, they revealed that players will work as Marshals six months before Regalla’s attack on the Embassy to investigate troubled Tenakth. This game is a more ambitious adaptation than its predecessor, focusing on storytelling and closely tying into Horizon’s established lore and characters.
A New Chapter for the Horizon Universe
Steamforged Games, known for their successful video game adaptations like Monster Hunter, Resident Evil, and Gears Of War, has collaborated with Guerilla to create Seeds of Rebellion. This board game offers an immersive experience for fans with its 13 full chapters and cooperative gameplay.
A Focus on Storytelling
Unlike the previous Horizon board game, Seeds of Rebellion emphasizes storytelling and closely ties in with the established Horizon lore and characters. Each chapter offers players decisions that affect combat, akin to Kinfire.
A Cooperative Gaming Experience
In contrast to the semi-cooperative nature of the previous game, Seeds of Rebellion is fully cooperative. This ensures a smoother and more engaging gaming experience for all players.
Backward Compatibility
Good news for those who enjoyed the previous Horizon board game from Steamforged! Today’s blog confirms that a backward compatibility pack will be available for no extra cost for returning backers.
Key Features and Launch Date
Steamforged Games’ Seeds of Rebellion is an upcoming board game based on Horizon Forbidden West. The Kickstarter for this project will launch officially on November 21, 2022. It is a cooperative game set six months before the events of Regalla’s attack on the Embassy.
Players take on the role of Marshals investigating troubled Tenakth. The game will include 13 full chapters with decisions affecting combat, and a complete edition launching in early 2024.
Steamforged Games, known for their work on Monster Hunter, Resident Evil, and Gears Of War tabletop adaptations, have collaborated with Guerilla to create a more story-driven Horizon board game experience.
Key Features:
Story-focused and Tied to Horizon Lore
Seeds of Rebellion is designed to provide a more immersive Horizon experience, focusing on storytelling and integrating closely with established lore and characters.
13 Full Chapters
The game features 13 chapters for players to complete cooperatively, with decisions directly affecting combat and outcomes.
Fully Cooperative Gameplay
In contrast to the semi-cooperative nature of the previous Horizon board game, Seeds of Rebellion offers a fully cooperative experience.
Backwards Compatibility
Returning backers will receive a backward compatibility pack at no additional cost to use with their existing Horizon board game components.
Steamforged Games is working on the Seeds of Rebellion project, which officially launches its Kickstarter on November 21st. The brief trailer released last week focused primarily on showcasing miniatures and the basic gameplay loop. Guerilla has collaborated directly with Steamforged for this adaptation, known for their tabletop versions of Monster Hunter, Resident Evil, and Gears Of War.
New Horizon Forbidden West: Seeds of Rebellion Board Game Details
Setting and Storyline
The upcoming Seeds of Rebellion board game is set approximately six months before Regalla’s attack on the Embassy. Players will assume roles as Marshals, investigating distressed Tenakth communities.
Gameplay and Mechanics
Steamforged Games’ previous Horizon board game faced mixed reception, but Seeds of Rebellion seems to address the shortcomings. This new adaptation will emphasize storytelling and closely integrate with Horizon’s established lore and characters.
Chapter Campaign and Player Decisions
Seeds of Rebellion offers a 13-chapter campaign with cooperative gameplay. Players’ decisions will significantly impact combat, similar to King of Tokyo or Kinfire, enhancing the sense of immersion and engagement.
Scope and Compatibility
Given Horizon’s grandiose narrative, Seeds of Rebellion’s expansive campaign fits well with the series. When it debuts in early 2024, the complete edition will be an impressive addition to any tabletop collection.
Cooperative Gameplay and Backward Compatibility
Unlike its semi-cooperative predecessor, Seeds of Rebellion features fully cooperative gameplay. Previous supporters of Steamforged’s Horizon board game are in luck: the blog reveals that a backward compatibility pack will be available at no additional cost for returning backers.
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