EXIT: The Stormy Flight & more upcoming releases—New from Thames & Kosmos!

Order by Date: March 13, 2020
Release Date: April 2020

THK692874 EXIT: The Stormy Flight $14.95 SRP$8.25 NPI You are crewmembers on a passenger plane bound for Barbados. You have flown this route countless times already. Of course, you have experienced everything possible (and impossible) on these flights: technical malfunctions, turbulence, tour groups who are also flying to Hamburg, Berlin, London, or Amsterdam in order to visit so-called "escape rooms" there... But what’s waiting for you today is going to leave everything else in the dust. The weather service already announced that things might get a "little rough," but now you find yourself in the kind of electrical storm that can easily throw even an experienced crew into a state of panic. The clouds are almost black, flashes of lightning rip through the dark sky, and rain pounds the engines. Suddenly, an alarm light comes on… and another… and you have a queasy feeling that the rest of the flight might become the greatest adventure that you have ever experienced. Solve the riddles, repair the airplane, and try to land safely! 1-4 players Ages 10+ 60-120 minute play time

Order by Date: April 10, 2020 Release Date: May 2020 _________________________________________________________ THK691746 Legends of Andor: The Liberation of Rietburg $29.95 SRP$16.50 NPI In this stand-alone game set in the fantasy world of Andor, Rietburg Castle has been taken over by evil creatures. Without delay, you — the Heroes of Andor — take on the task of rescuing old King Brandur’s fortress and protecting its remaining inhabitants. But time is of the essence as the dragon Tarok has already set out to destroy the stronghold once and for all. The prophecy foretells that you can only prevent its destruction if you are able to accomplish the four tasks. But which tasks are those? Must you appease the Fire Spirit or kindle the Hadrian Fire? Should you free prisoners from the creatures’ dungeons or submit to the will of the old Skral witch? You are going to have to play to find out.

THK692873 EXIT: Theft on the Mississippi $14.95 SRP$8.25 NPI Can you solve the robbery on the Mississippi River? You’re a team of investigators traveling the Mississippi on a paddle-wheel steamboat in 1872. Last night there was a robbery. A successful businessman was carrying documents of inestimable value, and now they have disappeared! The captain has asked for your help in finding out who did it, but time is running out. Can you find the culprit before the riverboat docks in New Orleans and the thief escapes into the night? Work together and solve all the puzzles together as fast as you can! Difficulty: 3 of 5.

The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine—New from Thames & Kosmos!

Order by Date: January 24, 2020
Release Date: Q2 2020

THK691868 The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine

$14.95 SRP $8.22 NPI In the co-operative trick-taking game The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine, the players set out as astronauts on an uncertain space adventure. What about the rumors about the unknown planet about? The eventful journey through space extends over 50 exciting missions. But this game can only be defeated by meeting common individual tasks of each player. In order to meet the varied challenges, communication is essential in the team. But this is more difficult than expected in space. With each mission, the game becomes more difficult. After each mission, the game can be paused and continued later. During each mission, it is not the amount of tricks, but the right tricks at the right time that count. The team wins only if every single player is successful in fulfilling their tasks. 2-5 players Ages 10+ 20 minute play time

Adventure Games releases from Thames & Kosmos!

Order by Date: August 9, 2019
Street Date: October 14, 2019

THK695088 Adventure Games: The Dungeon $19.95 SRP $11.00 NPI You wake up in a dank dungeon. It seems impossible to find your way out, especially since none of you can remember what brought you there. Similar to a PC adventure game, players have to explore spaces, combine items, find clues, and talk to people. Step by step, you’ll start to grasp the plot and devise a plan to escape. Leave no stone unturned. Exciting to the end. A board game with simple rules in three chapters. Ages 12+

THK695132 Adventure Games: Monochrome Inc. $19.95 SRP $11.00 NPI  A thrilling adventure set in the headquarters of Monochrome Inc., a biotech company with some nasty secrets. You manage to get inside, and then it’s up to you to figure out what to do. Similar to a PC adventure game, players have to explore spaces, combine items, find clues, and talk to people. Step by step, you’ll start to grasp the plot and devise a plan. A fascinating story unfolds with each action. Teamwork makes the dream work. A board game with simple rules in three chapters. Ages 16+

New September Releases from Thames and Kosmos!

Order by Date: July 31, 2018 Release Date: September 2018 THK690335 Lost Cities: Rivals

Use your cards to venture down expedition routes that take you to far-flung and mysterious corners of the Earth: to an abandoned mountain temple, a decaying circle of stone, a city sunken under the sea, an ancient Stone-Age settlement, and a town inside of a mountain.Your goal is to plan the routes in such a way that they bring you the greatest possible fame.And if you are especially daring, you will also be able to wager on the success of your own expeditions. But watch out: You are not the only one traveling! Which routes will you pursue and how much gold is it worth to you? Plan well and use your resources wisely. Only the player who has collected the most fame at the end of the game will be the winner.  Order by Date: August 15, 2018   Street Date: September 29, 2018 THK694036 EXIT: The Sinister Mansion You are invited to be a guest at a palatial mansion, but upon arrival, you find yourselves forced to take part in a macabre game. The clock is ticking, and there is not much time left to solve the puzzles. Can you escape the mansion before it’s too late? Difficulty Level: 3 of 5. THK694227 EXIT: The Mysterious Museum You are on a trip to the Florence Natural History Museum, intent on visiting the sunken treasure of the Santa Maria. Your relaxing day at the museum is quickly derailed by an incredible adventure! Can you solve the mysteries of the museum and find a way out? Difficulty Level: 2 of 5.

New Releases coming this July from Thames and Kosmos!

Order by Date: June 15, 2018
Street Date: July 13, 2018

THK694067 Imhotep: A New Dynasty (Expansion Pack)

Construction of the Egyptian monuments continues! You have shown yourself to be worthy, and have been selected to lead future building projects. Can you prove your skill once again? In the market, there are new tools to support you in your work. Even the Egyptian gods are paying attention to your achievements! They are ready to reward you, if you are able to predict your building plans with accuracy. But if you fail, you will be punished. With new building site boards, new market cards, and much more, this expansion yields 1,024 playing variations in combination with the base game Imhotep.

New Releases from Thames and Kosmos!

Order by Date: April 13, 2018  
Street Date: May 24, 2018 

THK692841 Legends of Andor: Dark Heroes (Expansion Pack)

Expansion for 5 and 6 players. Four unconventional heroes and heroines are called upon to help the Andori: Darh, the summoner of the mighty bone-golems; Forn, the strong half-skral; Leander, the shadowy seer, and Drukil, the werebear — a shape-shifter who can turn into a huge bear. But these complex heroes don’t only offer advantages; they can also become a threat to your group. With this expansion, both the base game, "Legends of Andor," and the final game of the epic Andor trilogy, "The Last Hope," can be played with up to six players. These dark heroes can also bring completely new gameplay possibilities to games of two to four players. The expansion includes four new hero boards, dice, cards, and figures.  Order by Date: May 15, 2018 Street Date: June 15, 2018 THK694029 EXIT: Dead Man on the Orient Express A classic tale of murder on the Orient Express, reimagined. The culprit of a grisly crime is still on board your train. It’s a race against time to piece the clues together before the train reaches its destination. The case is perplexing, and you must solve it quickly so the assailant does not escape. Difficulty Level: 4 of 5.  THK694050 EXIT: The Sunken Treasure Setting sail for dangerous waters, you embark on a treacherous quest for the legendary treasure of the Santa Maria. While investigating a mysterious shipwreck, something goes terribly wrong and you are trapped deep underwater! Can you solve the riddles of the wreck and recover the treasure before your time is up? Difficulty Level: 2 of 5.

Legends of Andor Part III: The Last Hope Releasing this October from Thames & Kosmos!

Order by Date: September 15, 2017
Release Date: October 2017

THK692803 Legends of Andor Part III: The Last Hope $59.95 SRP $39.60 NPI  When the Krahder ended their raid, they captured countless residents of Andor. But finally, the heroes of Andor returned and resolved to free the prisoners. You must immediately venture to the south to endure your greatest adventure. Beyond the Gray Mountains, malicious skeleton warriors await you, commanded by giant Krahder. Will you be able to survive this adventure with the aid of the four magic shields from ancient times? You are … The Last Hope. In seven captivating Legends, experience the epic finale of the fantastic Andor trilogy! Stand-alone game — The "Legends of Andor" base game is not required! 2-4 players Ages 10+ 60-90 minute play time

New from Thames and Kosmos! Legends of Andor: Journey to the North!

Release Date: September 2016

THK692346
Legends of Andor: Journey to the North

$49.95 SRP

After many years of living in peace, the heroes of Andor receive a new cry for help—this time from distant land of Hadria. You immediately step aboard an old sailing vessel to embark on a perilous journey to the north. After you have properly equipped your ship, you discover strange islands and must work together to protect their coasts from terrible sea monsters. Soon thereafter you find yourselves in the midst of thunderous storms. You must persevere against the unbridled forces of the sea. And a great secret will be uncovered during your journey. This expansion for the highly awarded and beautifully illustrated Legends of Andor offers four legends with new challenges, new heroes, and new creatures. Along with the base game, this is a cooperative role-playing adventure game for two to four players 

New from Thames & Kosmos! Imhotep and Smugglers!

Street Date: June 15^th!

THK692384

Imhotep

$39.95 SRP

NPI

Imhotep. The legendary architect of the Egyptian monuments. His awe-inspiring structures and brutal tactics earned him divine status among ancient Egyptians. Can you match his ruthless determination to build the most revered monuments?

To do this, you will need to transport stone blocks on ships from your quarry to different construction sites. But you alone do not choose where the ships go. Your opponents have monumental plans of their own and want to prevent your success. A fierce competition for the precious stone resources plays out. Only with the right strategy and a little luck can you succeed.

In Imhotep, the players take on the roles of ancient Egyptian architects. Over six rounds, they try to transport their stone blocks to end up in the most valuable positions at five construction sites: pyramid, obelisk, chamber tomb, temple, and market. But a player can only choose one of three actions in a turn: excavate a new stone block from the quarry, load a block onto a ship, or move a ship to a construction site. From there, the massive stone blocks must be unloaded in order from bow to stern and placed on the sites in preset sequences. Depending on where the blocks end up, players earn different point values either immediately or at the end of the game.

In each turn, you must weigh your options for getting your own stones into place and thwarting your opponents’ placement plans. You must get your blocks to the right places, in the right order, at the right time to be the greatest architect.

2-4 players

Ages 10+

40+ minute play time

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THK692544

Smugglers

$39.95 SRP

NPI

A notorious gang of smugglers is recruiting new members. The first candidates step forward, a motley bunch indeed. Which one has the skills to become a worthy member of the gang? To determine this, the boss himself stages a smuggling contest. First the would-be smugglers must try to get through a hole in a fence while carrying the biggest sack of contraband possible. Then those who make it through the hole have a chance to inspect the other smugglers’ sacks that are smaller than their own or that shamefully got stuck in the hole in the fence.

A roll of the die determines which size hole in the fence the sack needs to fit through. The smuggling sacks are formed from a rubbery polymer putty that the players roll into balls with the contraband pieces hidden inside. The balls are then rolled down a track toward the fence. The player’s goal is to form the largest ball that will still fit through the fence. Players who succeed in getting the largest ball through the hole in the fence can then guess the contents of the smaller balls or of balls that were too large to fit through the fence. If they guess correctly, they get to keep the contraband. The player who collects the most contraband items wins. This funny family game answers the question: Who is the sneakiest and most skillful smuggler?

2-4 players

Ages 8+

40+ minute play time