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product_id: 609323864
title: "The Stifling Dark - Base Game, Horror Strategy Board Game, One Vs Many, Hidden Movement, Survival, Ages 14+, 2-5 Players"
brand: "sophisticated cerberus games"
price: "€ 179.27"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 3
url: https://www.desertcart.es/products/609323864-the-stifling-dark-base-game-horror-strategy-board-game-one
store_origin: ES
region: Spain
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# 25 min per player game time 1-vs-many hidden movement Innovative flashlight line-of-sight The Stifling Dark - Base Game, Horror Strategy Board Game, One Vs Many, Hidden Movement, Survival, Ages 14+, 2-5 Players

**Brand:** sophisticated cerberus games
**Price:** € 179.27
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔦 Step into the shadows where strategy meets survival—will you escape the Stifling Dark?

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Stifling Dark - Base Game, Horror Strategy Board Game, One Vs Many, Hidden Movement, Survival, Ages 14+, 2-5 Players by sophisticated cerberus games
- **How much does it cost?** € 179.27 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Key Features

- • **Lead or Hunt:** Choose your role as Investigator or Adversary, each with unique abilities that redefine strategic horror gameplay.
- • **Fast-Paced Thrills:** With a 25-minute per player runtime, dive into intense sessions that fit perfectly into your busy schedule.
- • **Dynamic Team Tactics:** Coordinate with 2-5 players to survive or sabotage in a tense, immersive one-vs-many showdown.
- • **Endless Replayability:** Multiple characters and scenarios ensure no two games feel the same—keep your game nights fresh and spine-chilling.
- • **Illuminate the Unknown:** Experience a groundbreaking flashlight mechanic that simulates true line-of-sight, turning every move into a pulse-pounding moment.

## Overview

The Stifling Dark is a 2-5 player horror strategy board game featuring a unique flashlight-based line-of-sight mechanic and hidden movement gameplay. Players choose between the Adversary or Investigators, each with special abilities, to either hunt or escape. Designed for ages 14+, it offers immersive, fast-paced sessions averaging 25 minutes per player, making it a perfect blend of suspense and strategy for game nights.

## Description

THE STIFLING DARK is a one-vs-many hidden-movement horror board game with an innovative line-of-sight mechanic for 2-5 players. One player assumes the role of the Adversary, whose goal is to prevent the other players (the Investigators) from escaping. Meanwhile, the Investigators' goal is to survive by escaping or fighting back. There are a variety of Investigators and Adversaries to choose from, each with their own special abilities. While Investigators move around the board looking for evidence of the paranormal, they must use their flashlights to reveal tokens hidden on the Adversary's mini-map while managing their stamina and flashlight charge. Meanwhile, the Adversary is secretly moving around the board, trying to stop the Investigators from escaping. Will you try to find a way to escape and sneak out, or will you take the fight to the Adversary? The Investigators must decide whether they want to stick together to watch each other’s backs or split up to race towards the exit. Either way, they must move quickly - the longer the game takes, the more chances the Adversary has to stop them!

Review: Amazing Game but requires lots of set up - The game is a lot of fun, but know that it does have a lot of little pieces and requires quite a bit of set up especially for new players. But it's totally worth the hassle, especially if your playgroup enjoys games like Dead by Daylight. The quality of the board and other game components make this game totally worth it.
Review: A great time - This was my first hidden movement game, so it took me a short amount of time to learn. The rule book is easy to understand and after the initial setup, my kids and I played. The game is quite immersive and the scenarios provided give a sense of dread and pressure to the investigators. There are a lot of cards and small tokens, so don't get overwhelmed; the adversary rulebook will tell you what tokens and cards to use and what each means. We absolutely love the spirit mechanic which allows a player or players who died in the game continue playing as a spirit via the spirit cards. I initially bought this game for upcoming spooky season, but it has turned out to be a weekly play with my family and my game group. If you enjoy paranormal and/or slasher movies you will definitely enjoy this game. I am hoping for an expansion with additional scenarios in the future. Love this game!

## Features

- KEEP YOUR FRIENDS CLOSE. KEEP YOUR FLASHLIGHT CLOSER: The Stifling Dark is a one-vs-many hidden-movement horror board game.
- INNOVATIVE LINE-OF-SIGHT MECHANIC: The Stifling Dark uses a novel flashlight system to simulate true line of sight in the dead of night.
- TWO ROLES to choose from. Adversary and Investigator. A variety of Investigators and Adversaries to choose from, each with their own special abilities.
- HORROR GAME NIGHT: Innovative gameplay for 2-5 players ages 14 and up. Play Time: 25 minutes/player.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CPGSZV53 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #416,714 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #11,340 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (12) |
| Item Weight | 5.79 pounds |
| Item model number | CBU01000 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Sophisticated Cerberus Games |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 12.28 x 12.28 x 2.99 inches |
| Release date | January 19, 2024 |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Game but requires lots of set up
*by K***R on July 17, 2025*

The game is a lot of fun, but know that it does have a lot of little pieces and requires quite a bit of set up especially for new players. But it's totally worth the hassle, especially if your playgroup enjoys games like Dead by Daylight. The quality of the board and other game components make this game totally worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great time
*by W***I on August 1, 2024*

This was my first hidden movement game, so it took me a short amount of time to learn. The rule book is easy to understand and after the initial setup, my kids and I played. The game is quite immersive and the scenarios provided give a sense of dread and pressure to the investigators. There are a lot of cards and small tokens, so don't get overwhelmed; the adversary rulebook will tell you what tokens and cards to use and what each means. We absolutely love the spirit mechanic which allows a player or players who died in the game continue playing as a spirit via the spirit cards. I initially bought this game for upcoming spooky season, but it has turned out to be a weekly play with my family and my game group. If you enjoy paranormal and/or slasher movies you will definitely enjoy this game. I am hoping for an expansion with additional scenarios in the future. Love this game!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***O on January 10, 2025*

Todo en orden, llegó rápido. Bien empacado

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*Last updated: 2026-02-14*