Expeditions: Gears of Corruption

The corruption mechanic cranks up the tension in a way the base game never managed, especially once it spreads past the animals. Lost two of my best scouts on the first tundra run and immediately wanted to start over. More of the same in the best way.

I’ve played through the new expedition scenarios three times now and the escalating corruption threat keeps every session tense in a way the base game never managed. The fresh heroes actually feel worth unlocking this time, with abilities that matter against the tougher encounters. If you liked the

The corruption mechanic really shakes up the base game — I love how the new threat spreads across the map and forces you to rethink every move. The four new heroes feel distinct enough that I'm already planning a second playthrough with a different lineup.