The Abyss Beckons: Devir Games Unleashes ‘Claustrophobia 1692’

Prepare to descend into the darkness, board game fans! Devir Games has officially announced the rebirth of a legendary dungeon crawl with the upcoming release of Claustrophobia 1692. This new edition of the iconic two-player asymmetrical combat game promises to be stronger, darker, and more relentless than ever before.

First unleashed by Croc in 2009 and briefly re-released in 2019, Claustrophobia has a reputation as a tense, brutal, and highly engaging battle of wits between humans and infernal legions. Now, Devir Games is bringing the masterpiece back under license from Monolith, refining and polishing it for a new generation of players.

Claustrophobia is an asymmetrical dungeon crawl designed exclusively for two players. The game thrusts one player into the role of a desperate Brotherhood of Condemned Warriors, led by their Redeemer, on a mission deep within the tunnels beneath the city of New Jerusalem. The second player commands the endless infernal legions, crawling up from the depths of Hell.

The game is scenario-based, with a different objective in each session and a modular dungeon built from randomly drawn tiles, ensuring high replayability.

Key Game Features
Asymmetrical Gameplay: The two factions play fundamentally differently.

Human Player: Leads a small, elite band of warriors whose stats are determined by assigned dice rolls each turn. Survival is paramount as you explore new areas and try to complete your objective before being overwhelmed.

Demon Player: Commands hordes of Troglodytes and other demonic creatures, using assigned dice to gain tokens, special powers, and summon new forces to swarm the humans.

Dice Management and Risk: The core of the game is a unique dice allocation system. Clever players manage their dice to maximize their figures’ actions while the demon player uses theirs to fuel their infernal powers.

Brutal, Fast-Paced Combat: Gameplay is quick and the combat is described as relentless, with many scenarios going down to the wire in under an hour.

A True Rebirth: What’s New in the 1692 Edition?

Devir’s new edition of Claustrophobia is far from a simple reprint. It’s a complete overhaul designed to honor the original’s legacy while bringing it up to modern production standards.

Feature	The New ‘Claustrophobia 1692’ Edition
Miniatures	A brand-new set of breathtaking miniatures with updated sculpts.
Artwork	Revised artwork throughout the components.
Ruleset	A consolidated and refined ruleset, tuned under the eye of the game’s original creator, CROC.
The Era	The title update to 1692 signifies this new chapter in the game’s dark, compelling narrative.
The Publisher	Published by Devir under the license of Monolith.

The legendary dungeon crawl has kicked off its comeback via a pre-launch page on Gamefound. This is the initial step in the crowdfunding process that will bring the game to life. Enthusiasts are encouraged to follow the campaign page to stay on top of new miniature reveals, stretch goals, and the official campaign launch date.

Fans attending Essen Spiel in Germany also had an early chance to see the new sculpts in person at the Devir booth, confirming the publisher’s commitment to high-quality components for this highly anticipated release.

Claustrophobia 1692 is more than just a new board game release; it’s the return of a highly acclaimed cult classic. With stunning new miniatures, a refined ruleset, and the core of its tense, asymmetrical gameplay intact, this is a must-have for dungeon crawl enthusiasts and miniature game collectors alike.

Will you lead the desperate human crusade to save mankind, or will you command the endless hordes from Hell? The choice—and the battle—awaits in the tunnels beneath New Jerusalem.