





The Night Cage by Smirk and Dagger | Cooperative Candlelit Horror Strategy Game | Tile Laying Labyrinth Escape Adventure | for 1 to 5 Players | Ages 14+
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Description
- COOPERATIVE LABYRINTH ESCAPE – Navigate a shifting maze lit only by your candle, revealing paths as they appear while darkness swallows those you leave behind, creating constant tension for the entire team. - CANDLELIT HORROR EXPERIENCE – Face the fear of limited vision as Wax Eaters stalk the shadows and every flicker of light shapes your next decision, heightening the emotional stakes of each turn. - DYNAMIC STRATEGIC CHALLENGES – Collect keys, locate the gate, and escape together before the maze collapses, adapting your plan every time tiles shift and new dangers emerge. - AWARD WINNING ATMOSPHERE – Winner of multiple design awards for its gripping theme and innovative tile system, offering an easy entry point with meaningful depth as teamwork and planning evolve. - EXPANDED REPLAY VALUE – Includes adjustable difficulty settings and an Advanced Game mode with new monsters and obstacles that add fresh challenges, growing tension, and long term replay appeal.
Details
Item Details
- Age Range Description
- Adult
- Brand Name
- Smirk & Dagger
- Included Components
- The Night Cage
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Item Type Name
- Board Game
- Model Name
- The Night Cage
- Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)
- 1188.0
- Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)
- 168.0
- Model Number
- SND1007
- Manufacturer Part Number
- SND 1007
- Manufacturer
- Smirk and Dagger
Additional Details
- Material Type
- Cardboard
- Number of Players
- 1 to 5
- Container Type
- Box
- Other Special Features of the Product
- Spooky Cooperative Strategy Game
- Number of Items
- 1
- Operation Mode
- Manual
- Theme
- Horror
- Color
- Brown,clear
- Product Style
- The Night Cage
- Grenre
- Science Fiction
Measurements
- Item Dimensions L x W
- 10.75"L x 10.75"W
- Package Quantity
- 1
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Size
- 10.75 x 10.75 x 3 inches
- Item Dimensions
- 10.75 x 10.75 x 3 inches
Frequently asked questions
- How many players can play The Night Cage?
- The game supports 1 to 5 players, as stated in the product features.
- What is the recommended age for this game?
- The manufacturer recommends the game for ages 14 and up, based on the minimum age of 168 months.
- Does the game offer adjustable difficulty?
- Yes, it includes adjustable difficulty settings and an Advanced Game mode with new monsters and obstacles for added challenges.
Customer reviews

Solid game
Dark, Clever, and Incredibly Immersive The Night Cage is one of the most unique and atmospheric board games I’ve ever played. The concept is simple but genius: you’re trapped in a pitch-black labyrinth with only a single candle, and the board tiles vanish behind you as you move. It creates a constant sense of tension and urgency that really pulls you in. The cooperative gameplay is tight and encourages real teamwork and strategy. Every decision matters, and the randomness keeps each game fresh and unpredictable. The art and components are beautifully eerie—moody, minimalist, and perfect for the theme. It’s especially fun with 4 players, but even with 2, the game still feels challenging and engaging. If you enjoy puzzle-like games with a horror twist and a strong sense of theme, The Night Cage is absolutely worth adding to your collection.
Dark, Clever, and Incredibly Immersive The Night Cage is one of the most unique and atmospheric board games I’ve ever played. The concept is simple but genius: you’re trapped in a pitch-black labyrinth with only a single candle, and the board tiles vanish behind you as you move. It creates a constant sense of tension and urgency that really pulls you in. The cooperative gameplay is tight and encourages real teamwork and strategy. Every decision matters, and the randomness keeps each game fresh and unpredictable. The art and components are beautifully eerie—moody, minimalist, and perfect for the theme. It’s especially fun with 4 players, but even with 2, the game still feels challenging and engaging. If you enjoy puzzle-like games with a horror twist and a strong sense of theme, The Night Cage is absolutely worth adding to your collection.

Great game!
This game is so fun! This is the first board game we’ve had that is a cooperative game (where players work together to try to win the game). It was easy to understand, and took 5 people about 40 minutes to get through the game. We play a lot of board games, though, so maybe someone who has less board game experience may take a little longer to get through the game. The fun thing about this game is that it is different every time you play. To enhance our playing experience- we turned off all the lights in the house and lit candles! We also played the “Night Cage” playlist on Spotify while we played- it was really fun and added to the experience. I’ve already recommended this game to friends! Go ahead and try it- you won’t be sorry
This game is so fun! This is the first board game we’ve had that is a cooperative game (where players work together to try to win the game). It was easy to understand, and took 5 people about 40 minutes to get through the game. We play a lot of board games, though, so maybe someone who has less board game experience may take a little longer to get through the game. The fun thing about this game is that it is different every time you play. To enhance our playing experience- we turned off all the lights in the house and lit candles! We also played the “Night Cage” playlist on Spotify while we played- it was really fun and added to the experience. I’ve already recommended this game to friends! Go ahead and try it- you won’t be sorry

Repeat use
It may look complicated at first but it's actually pretty simple in quite a fun party game where you can carry a conversation'cause the game won't require all of your concentration all the time. It's not a forever game but definitely when I break out from time to time.
It may look complicated at first but it's actually pretty simple in quite a fun party game where you can carry a conversation'cause the game won't require all of your concentration all the time. It's not a forever game but definitely when I break out from time to time.

Good cooperative game
Good little 2 player game. I think with 4 or 5 people, some players will just dominate the team strategy. Played this with my son and it was a fun hour experience to play through and think and talk about what our plan and strategy was. Would play again.
Good little 2 player game. I think with 4 or 5 people, some players will just dominate the team strategy. Played this with my son and it was a fun hour experience to play through and think and talk about what our plan and strategy was. Would play again.
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