5.0 out of 5 stars The game that defined your childhood is back and better than ever!

T. · 17 January 2022

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Your four valiant heroes have been summoned to do battle with this ancient evil and must descend into a trecherous world of the unknown, restore honour to the realm, and destroy the forces of dread!Heroquest is a game for 2-5 players set across a total of 14 quests, with each quest taking approximately one hour to complete and increasing in difficulty as the game progresses. during a quest your heroes may acquire valuable treasures that can be spent between quests to purchase new weapons, armour, potions, and equipment to assist you with the missions ahead. This is a co-operative game. The aim is not individual success and you will have to work together to defeat the evil sorcerer Zargon and his minions. divided you will fall!This game contains the following:- Gameboard- 31 monster miniatures- 4 hero miniatures-15 pieces of furniture- 21 dungeon doors- 93 game cards- 4 turn order cards- cardboard tiles representing hidden doors/traps etc- quest book- 4 character cards )Barbarian, Elf, Wizard, Dwarf)- game masters screen- pad of character sheets- 6 white combat dice- 2 red movement diceFor those who have played the game before the sequence of play and rules haven't changed. For those who are new to heroquest, the rules are relatively simple to pick up and understand.One player must take the role of Zargon and effectively act as the dungeon master (DM), whilst the remaining players each take a character each. If there are less than five players then it is acceptable for a player to control more than one character as the game is optimised for all of the characters to be used in each mission.Each character has several important attributes:- Attack dice. The number of dice the character roles when attacking monsters- Defense dice. The number of dice rolled when defending attacks.- Body points. Reflecting a characters physical constitution and ability to withstand harm.- Mind points. Reflecting a characters wisdom, intelligence, and resistance to magical influence.Characters also start with an item of weaponry each, where as the Wizard may choose three of the four elemental spell decks with the fourth going to the Elf.On any given turn the heroes start. Each hero can move by rolling the two red movement dice (D6) and moving upto the total amount rolled. Each hero can then take one action, such as searching a room for treasures, searching a corridor for traps or hidden doors, attacking a monster, or using a spell.Combat is resolved by the hero rolling their specified number of attack dice, with each skull rolled representing a hit. The monster attacked then responds by rolling their specified number of defense dice, with each shield rolled representing an attack deflected or blocked. For every hit that doesn't get deflected your hero scores one point of damage to the monster, which in most cases will kill them although some monsters have several body points and may require several successful hits to kill them.When searching for treasure there are several possible outcomes. In some locations you may discover special artifacts (as dictated by the quest book). If there are no special items then you must select a card from the treasure deck of cards - but beware - whilst this may reward you with a discovery of gold or valuable trinkets, a full 50% of the cards reveal traps that may harm your hero or wandering monsters who will immediately attack you.Once each hero has completed their moves and actions, it's Zargons turn.Zargon controls every monster revealed on the game board at that given time. Like heroes, monsters may move (although their move is a defined amount rather than 2D6) and make an attack, although some monsters can also cast spells. Monsters do not search rooms, open or close doors, and cannot pass through hero characters.Quests are won by meeting the specific criteria stipulated by the quest book. Between quests all of a characters attributes are returned to their starting levels and the hero may also keep any items, artifacts, or treasures obtained during the mission, with acquired wealth being spent in the armoury if you wish in preparation for the next quest.Despite now being more than 20 years old, Heroquest remains a game that is as easy to play as it is to enjoy. The rules haven't changed in all of this time because they don't need to because it's a timeless formula that works as well today as it did back then.The new models and furniture are of incredible detail and quality, and no assembly is required allowing you to play the game straight out of the box. Speaking of boxes - this one has all the space you need to safely contain all of the games componants without any of them rattling around loose as was the case with the original version of the game.In terms of complaints there's very little to moan about here. The miniatures can be a little fiddly to take out of the plastic blisters that they are contained within in the box, so serious gamers may want to look for a more bespoke storage solution.Apart from that my only real complaint is that the game requires a minimum of two players - a problem in these times of covid - although there are numerous fan-designed rules for solo play online and also an app available for download that allows solo play.At £100 the game is also quite expensive (the original was only about £25), and for that price you can purchase pretty much any table top game system you like, many of which are more complex than this is. Lets be honest though, you don't want to do that - you want to dive back into your childhood and play Heroquest.I'll use my broadsword!!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Epic Fun HeroQuest Game System: A Fantasy Miniature Dungeon Crawler

C. · 12 June 2024

HeroQuest Game System is a must-have for any board game collection, delivering an immersive and thrilling dungeon crawler experience that brings 80's nostalgia right into your home. Originally released in 1989 by Milton Bradley in collaboration with Games Workshop, HeroQuest quickly became a beloved classic, setting the standard for dungeon-crawling adventures.For years, HeroQuest was out of stock, becoming a cherished memory for many fans, with old copies fetching high prices on the secondary market. Its absence only fueled the nostalgia, making its recent re-release all the more exciting for both longtime fans and new players.One of the best things about HeroQuest is how accessible it is. Originally designed to be kid-friendly, the game is relatively easy to play and doesn’t require hours of commitment. The mechanics are straightforward, making it a perfect introduction for those who don’t play RPG games often. You can dive into a session without needing a whole evening, which adds to its appeal for families and casual gamers.The gameplay is rich and engaging, with a well-crafted storyline that keeps players on the edge of their seats. The high-quality miniatures and beautifully designed board add to the overall experience, making the game not just fun to play but also visually stunning. With durable components, this game is built to last through countless adventures.HeroQuest offers high replayability, with multiple quests and the option to create your own adventures. Each game session feels fresh, with new challenges and surprises around every corner. Plus, with expansions available, the adventure never has to end.Perfect for family game nights, HeroQuest encourages teamwork and strategic thinking, making it a great way to bond with friends and family. The fantasy theme captivates all ages, providing hours of entertainment.In short, HeroQuest is a standout choice for anyone looking to dive into an epic dungeon-crawling adventure. Its rich history, nostalgic charm, ease of play, and triumphant return make it highly recommended for both longtime fans and newcomers alike!

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N.M. · 6 June 2025

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Todo un clásico

R. · 2 May 2024

Los mejores juegos de mesa de rol.

Mieux que l'original

M. · 11 June 2025

J'avais ce jeu étant enfant, je voulais absolument le retrouver,On va commencer par les défauts, le jeu est en anglais, je l avais en francais.Maintenant, le points positifs :- TOUT EST MIEUX !!!- Les figurines sont de meilleure qualité, parfait pour les peindre- certains objets etaient des token en carton, maintenant c est des vrais objets en plastique moulé- les carnets de note sont plus grands, avec plus de feuillesSi je pouvais mettre 6 étoiles, je le ferais !

Un sogno tornato realtà

M. · 3 May 2022

Da bambino ho sempre invidiato i miei amici che avevano Heroquest. E' sempre stato un mio grande desiderio mai realizzato quello di avere la mia copia di Heroquest... e ora ho potuto finalmente rendere realtà il sogno.Il gioco, a differenza di altri suoi concorrenti come Descent o Sword and Sorcery, ha il vantaggio (o svantaggio, a seconda dei punti d ivista) di essere estremamente semplice dal lato regole, e rapido. Questo si traduce in partite rapide, che durano una o due ore invece di quattro... ma lascio al giudizio di chi legge capire quanto questo possa influire sulla fruibilità o sul rendere realistico farci una partita.Con l'app scaricabile sujll'app store è anche possibile giocarci in solitaria o con amici stando tutti dalla parte degli eroi, con l'app che fa la parte del dungeon master. La qualità dell'app è molto buona, ben recitata (i dialoghi e le descrizioni sono tutte recitate!) ed è facile da usare, oltre a essere naturalmente gratuita.Un pezzo della mia infanzia riprodotto con pezzi moderni e tagliando i riferimenti al caos e alla proprieta' intellettuale di warhammer, ma a mio avviso questo rende ancora più generale e facile immergersi in questo mondo di heroic fantasy.Può non essere il dungeon crawler più complesso, ma per me rimane il migliore.

Ein Klassiker…

J.F. · 18 April 2025

…“neu“ aufgelegt. Die Qualität ist top, und das Spiel ist auf jeden Fall sein Geld wert. Hatte bereits „die alte Version“ aus den 90ern. Aber die „Neuauflage“ ist qualitativ nochmal 2 Nummern besser verarbeitet.