20 Strong: Tanglewoods

In 2025 the second crowdfunding campaign for the 20 Strong universe arrives, delivering the Tanglewoods trilogy. Manny Trembley, creator of 20 Strong, teamed up with Chip Theory to craft a setting where fairy‑tale characters wander a mutable forest, battling creatures, bribing foes, and trying to escape the Big Bad Wolf's pack on the way to Grandma's house. The game features double‑sided cards that reveal different information depending on which side faces up. The core box contains everything needed: basic rules, 20 colored dice, a magnetic chip tracker, and the Tanglewoods Red deck, all accented with red foil. Core mechanics blend dice rolling, moving through the deck, and a well‑designed solo mode, ideal for players who enjoy narrative solo play. Each turn you advance through the deck, roll dice to overcome obstacles, and decide whether to fight or pay to avoid danger. After mastering the Red deck, you can plug in other 20 Strong decks for fresh stories and settings. The game is light‑weight (2.27/5), lasts 30‑60 minutes, and is built for a single player, making it perfect for short sessions or fairy‑tale marathons. Though the theme feels kid‑friendly, strategic depth emerges from dice management and deck‑path choices, appealing to both newcomers and seasoned solo gamers.