Board Games and Horror Movies
Board games have long been a staple in horror films, and they can be a great way to bring these stories to life. One film based on a video game is Uncanny Annie, about a group of friends who become trapped in a supernatural board game. The game forces players to confront their worst fears and reveal their darkest secrets, but the results are not always as they seem. The game, which is based on a popular children’s book series, turns out to be a cruel, and unforgiving spirit that takes the lives of its losers and keeps their souls as punishment. The movie explores the dark side of personal demons, the fear of mistakes defining one’s life, and the nature of the human condition.
While it might be a little odd to see a board game depicted as a demonic presence, the idea of a horror board game is not new. For example, in the movie The Exorcist, a group of five friends believe they have encountered the ghost of their friend Debbie. As they discover the presence of a demonic entity, they realize that the spooky board game is a precursor to evil.
Among Us and The Thing were both made before board games came along. Those who loved the classic horror movie were likely to love this board game adaptation. With a beautifully detailed board, miniatures, and an incredibly creepy soundtrack, The Thing: Infection at Outpost 31 is a great way to relive the terror and thrill of the original. The game is based on the famous film, and plays out much like the movie did. Infection at Outpost 31, for instance, lets players control the NSF researchers in Antarctica, and reveal the darkest secrets about the group. However, the most terrifying part of the movie comes when one of the players commits to his or her dare.