CMON Cthulhu: Dark Providence Board Game, DKP001

DKP001: CMON Cthulhu: Dark Providence is a strategy board game for 1–5 players, with secret roles and deck-building set against a Great Depression-era Cthulhu backdrop. Its listed 90-minute playtime and hidden win conditions suit groups looking for a longer, interactive game, though the package contents need clarification before purchase.

At a glance

Players take secret roles as Cultists, Investigators or Dissidents, with different win conditions.
Deck-building lets players collect cards and manage resources that could otherwise help opponents.
A sanity mechanic affects Investigators and Cultists differently.
The setting combines the Great Depression with Lovecraftian horror.

Price

$43.99Save 20%

Reference price: ~~$54.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Secret roles and distinct win conditions give players competing objectives beyond straightforward deck-building.
The listed player range includes solo play as well as groups of up to five.
A printed rulebook is listed as included.

Cons

The listed 90-minute playtime makes this a relatively substantial session to plan for.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	CMON
Model	DKP001
Edition	Standard Edition
Genre	Strategy
Language	English

Gameplay and use
Players	1-5
Estimated playing time	90 minutes
Mechanics	deck building, secret roles
Theme	Horror
Recommended age	14 years and up
Usage	Indoor
Operation mode	manual

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	3.15 x 10.24 x 0.1 inches
Weight listed	2.1 pounds

Other details
Material	Cardboard
Color	Multicolor
Rulebook	Printed Included

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent about age: it specifies 14 years and up in one place but gives an age value of 168 elsewhere. It describes components including a board, dashboards, cubes, tarot cards and tokens, while the package-contents field says “To be inputted,” so confirm the selected listing's contents and age details before buying.

What’s in the box

Game board, player dashboards, colored cubes, tarot cards and tokensCheck selected pack

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Players interested in hidden roles, strategic deck-building and competing objectives.
Groups looking for a horror-themed board game with a historical setting and a longer play session.
Buyers seeking a game listed for solo play or up to five players.

Less suited to

Players wanting a short game, since the listed playtime is 90 minutes.
Buyers who need a clearly specified component inventory before ordering.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 12 ratings

5 stars68%68%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars0%0%
1 star7%7%

Aggregate ratings lean favorable, with most ratings in the five-star category, but the small rating sample and absence of written feedback do not reveal what buyers liked or disliked. Treat that signal as limited context rather than evidence about how the hidden-role and deck-building mechanics play at the table.

Frequently asked questions

How many players can play Cthulhu: Dark Providence?

The listing gives a range of 1–5 players, so it covers solo play and groups of up to five.

How long does a game take?

The estimated playing time is listed as 90 minutes.

What are the main mechanics?

The listed mechanics are deck-building and secret roles. The feature description also mentions a sanity system and different win conditions for Cultists, Investigators and Dissidents.

What comes in the box?

The package-contents field is not a usable inventory. The feature description mentions a board, player dashboards, colored cubes, tarot cards and tokens, but buyers should confirm the contents for the selected listing.

What age is the game for?

The manufacturer age recommendation is listed as 14 years and up, but another age field gives an inconsistent value of 168. Confirm the age details before purchase.