Pre-Orders Begin for 'Storyfold: Dark Forest' Board Game — A Light of Hope in a World of Darkness
Russian players can now immerse themselves in a grim fairytale adventure with the solo narrative board game, "Storyfold: Dark Forest." Join Luma, a young girl, and Brom, a bear, as they traverse a dark story, make world-altering decisions, and confront terrifying creatures.
Publisher GaGa Games has initiated pre-orders for this unique solo board game. "Storyfold: Dark Forest" is an interactive narrative adventure boasting innovative mechanics designed to make players keenly feel the tension of every battle.
Currently, the base game is available for pre-order at 2990 rubles. Additional items include a Luma and Brom figure for 1990 rubles, a playmat for 2490 rubles, a wooden component set for 890 rubles, a dice set for 1990 rubles, a metal badge set for 1990 rubles, and a comprehensive 'Full Feast' bundle for 10,990 rubles.
Across five chapters, players will guide Luma and Brom on their quest to heal the enchanted forest. The game board itself unfolds like a book, with each chapter represented by a distinct deck of cards.
Throughout their journey, players will encounter terrifying creatures and dark events, overcome challenging trials, admire unique illustrations, utilize various abilities, and make numerous crucial decisions that shape the narrative.
As a special bonus, every pre-order that includes the base game will receive foil-covered Luma and Brom character cards, along with a set containing a postcard, a sticker, and bookmarks, all provided free of charge by GaGa Games.
The "Storyfold: Dark Forest" board game is currently expected to arrive in warehouses by August 2026.
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