Zombicide Invader & Dark Side - Review

You asked for it and now you've got it! Victor and Greg take a deeper look into Zombicide Invader and Zombicide Dark Side with their first ever review on the channel. If you enjoy this review or have any feedback make sure to let us know!
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[@stevebillups9238]

Regarding the silent shotgun, the shotgun with the silencer was one of the coolest parts of No Country for Old Men.

[@TabletopKnights]

It's an amazing movie, even with Javier's hairdo! Funnily enough we had Thanos being hunted by pirate Captain Salazar and harassed by Tallahassee, the Zombie killer.

[@TonyLS9A]

I think you guys hit all the main pros and cons. This was my first Zombicide as well and we played five missions before packing it away. I think there was a missed opportunity to not include character progression across the “campaign” as we really weren’t enticed to play much more. Luckily, I have the KS version and we swapped out our characters to mix things up after the first mission so that helped a bit. We even added in the KS monster variants and some additional Abominations. However, as you noted, all the weapons become familiar and we were really only fighting against RNG. Thanks for the great playthroughs. Cheers.

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks for the feedback. I am glad people agree with us on some of the points! If they added another 20 weapons that would of made a huge difference. Landmines or something!

[@xaviersavage8570]

Zombicide games are way more worth when they are bought with KS bonuses. It was the same thing for Black Plague/Green Horde

[@albertoverduzco9105]

I liked this game a lot. It's that, fun, just plain stupid fun. Roll the dice and go for it. It creates anecdotes and laughs when played with the right group. Zombicide is one of my preferred solo games mainly because it's just brainless fun. No stress, no high scores, no achievements. It's just kill, kill, kill and be happy with the nonsense. I was waiting for more playthroughs hehe.

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks for the mini review! This is a game that I definitely want in my regular circulation of games for sure! We have a Dark Side coming soon for sure!

[@albertoverduzco9105]

@@TabletopKnightsThat would be great!

[@ianleveritt]

Really like the way you guys did this video.

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks heaps! We plan to step it up a tad more next time as well. Slightly more production!

[@aramkiss]

Definitely enjoyed this review. Originally just ordered Kickstarter Soldier edition (Invader and Black Ops). My first Zombicide. The Xenos and Alien theme (attracted me. After seeing you guys play Darkside I ordered at my local retailer and it looks great. My kids love playing this game so easy recommend for me.

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks for the kind words. Make sure you tell CMON to give us a cut... haha. Zombicide is awesome. I will definitely back the 2nd edition for sure!

[@kevinsmallwood8584]

Regarding the Zombicide rules (and hidden details), as someone who also has all of the Zombicide games, I wish there was a summary sheet that listed the subtle (and not so subtle) differences between the various versions of Zombicide. It could even just group the modern era games together with the differences, and then the dark ages games and, finally, the future era games. I like combining the modern era games, for example, and keeping track of some of the new features (and improved rules) is a challenge sometimes. Maybe I should see if Board Game Geeks has something like this since there are often a lot of contributed material by fans. Anyway, great review!

[@TabletopKnights]

Perhaps you're the man to create it? Great idea and thanks for watching.

[@kevinsmallwood8584]

@@TabletopKnights Hey, I found one already done on BGG! I haven't read it all, and it is just the Modern Era, but those first games had the most changes between them. You can find a combined Modern Era Zombicide Rule Book at: boardgamegeek.com/file/download_redirect/74a7502dfc6fe983d197fcaa032650c476547427af42ed8e/Zombicide+Compiled+Rules+1.5+%5Bstrerd%5D.pdf There is also a combined rule set for the Black Plague Era: boardgamegeek.com/file/download_redirect/77ea0903e7cb3a32ee794bf6bbfa5b36bb9ea518086fb927/Green+Plague+Guidelines+0.2.pdf CMON already did a combined rule set for the Future Era in the kickstarter for Zombicide: Invader. I'm not certain if it is available at CMON or not. Also at BGG, I found a few scenarios involving time travel that combine the three eras into a multigame campaign that sounds like a lot of fun (but will likely leave you tired of playing Zombicide for awhile!). Check out: boardgamegeek.com/file/download_redirect/7f525cbe40d3a7c7d11186ea61cc5b8aadc35d0bc9b3f93e/Zombicide+-+Alien+Apocalypse.pdf as a good example. Would love to play this one someday; would love to see it played if you ever get the itch to play lots of Zombicide someday! ;-) Enjoy!

[@arthurdent9281]

Cool review. I backed this on KS, and it's up next to play once we've finished the last couple chapters of Aeon's End Legacy. If I'm lucky, I'll have time to paint at least the characters we'll use before we start! So many minis!! Would love to see more of Dark Side if you can get around to it.

[@TabletopKnights]

We have another Dark Side coming out next week. Thanks so much for being part of our community Arthur!

[@jakesanders9834]

“...and that’s how we, we met. Through a hate video.” “Yes it is” Flag that lol

[@TabletopKnights]

Loving the profile picture! Thanks for the comment!

[@BliskMyth]

Dark Side is my preferred version.

[@Valcurdra]

I preferred the dark side version a little as well

[@TabletopKnights]

New Dark Side coming out next week so stay tuned MT!

[@the250mikec]

This variation is slightly harder to start out with. It must be marketed to Zcide players. Modern was super easy to learn. It is indeed what we call a beer and pretzle game, all smashburger tactics and no thinky think. I went all in and lost 60% of the time. But any variation of this game seems like goofy good time fun. And win or lose you feel like you had an experience. You big beautiful bastards rock!!!!! Looking forward to some more gameplay. Love the graphics. Good work

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks for the comment mate. Always good seeing you around. I am heavily considering backing Zombicide 2nd edition. I really want to see it!

[@the250mikec]

@@TabletopKnights cmon is basically re skinning zombicide, adding little change, and like you guys were saying charging extra for dice. My local game store hates cmon cause they basically cut him out with the kickstarter. Which is the most economical way for guys like us to get the cool stuff. I'll need to see what there going to do with the reboot of their modern version. 200us is a lot for a rulebook plastic dash boards and 100 blowmold minis. But they really have the marketing down. If you dont already have the modern version, definitely back the kickstarter or play your mates. Its my go to for new gamers or Milton Bradley gamers. Do I win longest fucking response of the century or what:)

[@TabletopKnights]

@@the250mikec sorry, you were one word short of longest reply !

[@Metroidam11]

This is the first video I saw from you guys and its awesome! Just subscribed! :)

[@TabletopKnights]

Thanks heaps for the sub! It's super appreciated!!

[@gabrielneryxmb]

Which is the best, Invader or Dark side?

[@TabletopKnights]

I prefer Dark Side

[@didmac9583]

Hi guys so u think dark side is better to buy?I see black plague too.I Dont have any zombicice.What u will buy if u dont have anyone?Ty for advance ^^^.

[@TabletopKnights]

Our preference is Dark Side. More interesting mechanic than the mould stuff in our opinion.

[@didmac9583]

@@TabletopKnights ty for help.The expansión black ops is compatible too?

[@FEBear1]

it's a Zcide too far for me, I'm afraid, I can't keep throwing money at it. Looks great though. Did you back Street Masters? That's being delivered soon and I'm VERY excited.

[@TabletopKnights]

No one on the team has backed that sadly! Between TTK we have about 100 backed board games haha!

[@brunneng38]

Just advise, when you give your review score, that there could be a +/- 1 based on your (mis)interpretation of the rules.

[@TabletopKnights]

We may start adding review scores starting with the next review.

[@styxxrivers7576]

Dam, I lost my comments. Oh Well, Great job on this summary Keep up the great work Hey You mention Massive Darkness darkeness mechanic. What are your thoughts?

[@TabletopKnights]

Massive Darkess, has a similar feel to ZC but the Shadow Zone mechanic here is more about the heroes sneaking about. So it's almost like they took that piece and gave the ability to the Xenomorphs in Dark Side. I didn't warm to Massive Darkness. Thanks so much for the question!

[@benwpersonal]

Was dark side for retail release? Or just Kickstarter only?

[@stevecaville4577]

Limited release ... available in retail but no guess as to exactly where or for how long. General thought is however long 1st print run lasts.

[@TabletopKnights]

@@stevecaville4577 it's a shame because it mixes up the game quite a bit. Hopefully CMON change their minds.

[@stevecaville4577]

@@TabletopKnights I whole heartily agree. Or, if they choose NOT to re-release, at least release the tiles so "regular" Invader could be played with the Dark zones. Looking forward to your next Invader and/or Dark Side play through.

[@script_haki]

Let’s get some Strippers 😂😂😂

[@Grimshak81]

You call this a review but do not show the content inside the box ONCE?

[@TabletopKnights]

There is our unboxing for that!

[@djangofett4879]

yeah its a proper review, not an unboxing that falsely claims its a review.

[@BlackRazor54]

Strippers? What? If you have that going on, nobody is playing boardgames....

[@evilwev]

This was a review, really ?

[@TabletopKnights]

We ain't professionals pal.

[@djangofett4879]

Do you know what the word "review" means?