Cthulhu 500^*

Cthulhu 500 is a fast card game that mixes a car race with the dread of the Cthulhu Mythos. Built for party groups of 3 to 8 players aged 13 and up.

What is it about?

The name says it all: this is a race. Each player picks a car for the event. Instead of normal pit crews you get strange helpers. One example is the Fungi from Detroit.

How it plays

1. Each player chooses a race car.
2. As the game goes on you pick up drivers and pit crews.
3. You upgrade your car with odd cards.
4. The first to cross the finish line wins.

What makes it fun

• Wild crew cards like the Fungi from Detroit
• Car upgrades like Rats in the Whitewalls
• Plenty of dark humor around the Mythos

Who is it for?

The game is light and silly. The rules are quick to teach. It aims at fans of the Cthulhu Mythos who want an easy evening. It works best in a big group of 5 or 6 players.

Conclusion

This is not a deep strategy game but a goofy party idea. Lovecraft fans who like to laugh will enjoy it. Hard thinkers should look elsewhere.