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HeroQuest

HeroQuest

Games Workshop Ltd. · 1989
2–590 min14+ yrs2.1/5 complexity7.2 BGG#706 BGG28,6 KCo-op
short answer

How do you play HeroQuest?

The main objective varies per quest, ranging from assassinating a specific villain to rescuing a captive or recovering a stolen artifact, all while navigating a dangerous dungeon filled with traps and monsters.

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FromRON 649· 3 shops
HeroQuest box art
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Setup

Prepare the game board and miniatures according to the specific quest instructions.

The rules, step by step

Setup
Setting up HeroQuest involves placing the game board, distributing character sheets, and organizing treasure cards, artifact cards, and monster miniatures as specified in the chosen quest book. The designated game master sets up hidden room contents while heroes prepare their starting gear.
Objective
The main objective varies per quest, ranging from assassinating a specific villain to rescuing a captive or recovering a stolen artifact, all while navigating a dangerous dungeon filled with traps and monsters.
On your turn
During a turn, players move their miniatures, search for traps or secret doors, cast spells, and engage in combat against enemy monsters controlled by the game master using dice rolls.
Scoring
Heroes collect gold and treasures throughout quests, which can be spent between adventures to purchase better weapons, armor, and potions to improve their chances of survival.
Game end
A quest ends successfully when the heroes fulfill the primary victory conditions, or fails if all hero characters are incapacitated and defeated by the dungeon's inhabitants.
Tips
Effective communication and teamwork are essential for survival. Always search rooms for hidden traps before rushing in, and share healing potions among teammates to keep everyone alive.
game anatomy
Complexity2.1 / 5
BGG rating7.2 / 10
Vibe
Co-op
Language dependence
Extensive text — heavy translation needed
Play time
90 min
Players
2–5
Recommended age
14+ yrs
BGG rank
#706
from Trișache · verified

Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the goal of the game?
The main objective varies per quest, ranging from assassinating a specific villain to rescuing a captive or recovering a stolen artifact, all while navigating a dangerous dungeon filled with traps and monsters.
Q2How do you set up the game?
Setting up HeroQuest involves placing the game board, distributing character sheets, and organizing treasure cards, artifact cards, and monster miniatures as specified in the chosen quest book. The designated game master sets up hidden room contents while heroes prepare their starting gear.
Q3How does a turn work?
During a turn, players move their miniatures, search for traps or secret doors, cast spells, and engage in combat against enemy monsters controlled by the game master using dice rolls.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
Heroes collect gold and treasures throughout quests, which can be spent between adventures to purchase better weapons, armor, and potions to improve their chances of survival.
Q5When and how does the game end?
A quest ends successfully when the heroes fulfill the primary victory conditions, or fails if all hero characters are incapacitated and defeated by the dungeon's inhabitants.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
Effective communication and teamwork are essential for survival. Always search rooms for hidden traps before rushing in, and share healing potions among teammates to keep everyone alive.
Q7How much does HeroQuest cost?
HeroQuest costs between 649 and 2800 RON across Romanian stores.
Q8Where can I buy HeroQuest cheapest?
The lowest price for HeroQuest right now is 649 RON at Red Goblin. The Prices tab lists every store currently tracking it.
Q9How do you play HeroQuest?
HeroQuest is a adventure game, for 2–5 players, taking ~90 minutes, featuring cooperative game. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about HeroQuest — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does HeroQuest support?
HeroQuest is played by 2–5 players.
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Red GoblinCHEAPESTeasybox
HeroQuest
free over RON 150
RON 649
Regatul JocurilorEnglish edition 2022easyboxCultural voucher
HeroQuest (2021 English Edition)
free over RON 149
RON 729
Hobby Planet
HeroQuest: The Bundle
shipping RON 20
RON 2,800
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