Quick answer
Backstories: The Emerald Wedding is a cooperative adventure game where you infiltrate General Darcosa's lair to steal a top secret hard drive, using a clever point-and-click system with perforated cards.
What makes this expansion different
Backstories: The Emerald Wedding is a standalone expansion that uses the same cooperative, narrative-driven mechanics as the base game. The focus here is on stealth and strategy: you'll need to dodge traps, use discretion, and rely on composure to succeed. The story is a self-contained mission, so you don't need the original Backstories game to play.
Frequently asked questions
What components are included in Backstories: The Emerald Wedding?
The expansion includes a set of perforated cards that form the game board and narrative path, along with character tokens and a rulebook. The exact component list is not publicly detailed, but the game uses a 'point & click' system where you flip cards to explore and interact with the environment. Expect a card-based experience with minimal setup.
Is it a standalone expansion or does it require the base game?
Backstories: The Emerald Wedding is a standalone adventure. You do not need the original Backstories game to play. It contains everything needed for a complete narrative session. Perfect for new players who want to jump into the series.
How does the 'point & click' system work?
The game uses a clever system of perforated cards that you tear or flip to reveal new areas, items, or events. This simulates the experience of clicking on objects in a digital point-and-click adventure game, but in a physical tabletop format. The perforated card system creates a tactile, discovery-driven experience.
What is the recommended player count and play time?
Backstories is designed for 1 or more players, making it suitable for solo play or small groups. Play time is not specified, but narrative adventures of this type typically take 45–90 minutes depending on player choices. Great for solo gamers or intimate game nights.
Product facts
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Backstories: The Emerald Wedding: An immersive narrative adventure full of twists and turns. Thwart the dark machinations of the fearsome General Darcosa. Infiltration, discretion and composure will be your allies to sneak into his lair, dodge his formidable traps, and steal the precious Top Secret hard drive. This means the game emphasizes stealth and careful decision-making over combat, making each playthrough feel like a spy thriller.
Backstories: The Emerald Wedding
