Two Stranger Things Games, Two Different Experiences
If you are looking for a Stranger Things board game, Clementoni offers two options that share the license but aim at different play styles. "Stranger Things - Adventures Together" is a compact card game for players aged over 10, while "Stranger Things - Friends don't lie" is a cooperative board game that recreates the first four seasons. Understanding their differences helps you pick the one that matches your group's preferences.
Core Differences at a Glance
- Game Type: Adventures Together is a tabletop card game; Friends don't lie is a cooperative board game where players work together against the game.
- Player Count & Roles: Friends don't lie lets each player choose from 12 characters (protagonists from the series) and face a different antagonist per season. Adventures Together does not specify character selection in its catalog, so its player roles are less defined.
- Replayability: Friends don't lie includes 4 seasons with increasing difficulty and 12 different characters, promising high replayability. Adventures Together's catalog does not mention seasonal or difficulty variations.
- Components: Friends don't lie comes with 8 location decks, 9 cardboard boards to recreate Hawkins, 12 character sheets with tokens, and 4 monster boards. Adventures Together's component list is not detailed in the supplied records.
- Price: Friends don't lie has a catalog price of USD 19.73 (compared to USD 29.90), while Adventures Together is priced at USD 8.26 (compared to USD 12.90).
What the Catalog Confirms
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Stranger Things - Friends don't lie: A cooperative board game for the first 4 seasons. Each player chooses from 12 protagonists to face a different antagonist per season. Includes 8 location decks, 9 cardboard boards, 12 character sheets with tokens, and 4 monster boards. This game is designed for repeated playthroughs with variable difficulty and character choices, making it suitable for fans who want to explore the series' storylines together.
Stranger Things - Friends don't lie
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Stranger Things - Adventures Together: A tabletop card game under the Stranger Things license, aimed at players aged over 10. No further gameplay or component details are provided in the catalog. Without detailed rules or component lists, Adventures Together appears to be a simpler, lower-priced option. It may be a good entry point for younger or casual players, but the lack of information means you should check the box or manufacturer's site for full details.
Stranger Things - Adventures Together
Which One Should You Choose?
If your group enjoys cooperative challenges, character-driven stories, and high replayability, Friends don't lie is the stronger choice. Its component list and seasonal structure suggest a deeper experience. If you prefer a more compact, budget-friendly game that still carries the Stranger Things theme, Adventures Together might be a better fit—but you will need to verify gameplay details elsewhere, as the catalog does not describe them fully.
Both games share the same license and brand, so your decision comes down to how much complexity and replay value you want. If in doubt, consider your group's age and experience: Friends don't lie likely suits older kids and adults who enjoy strategic cooperation, while Adventures Together may work for a quicker, lighter session.
