# Bag of Dungeon 2: The Cursed Forest ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2022 - **BGG Rating**: 7.7 - **BGG Rank**: #11294 - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 1, 3) - **Duration**: 30-120 min - **Weight**: 1.75 / 5 - **Designers**: Paul Sharville, Russ Law, Tim Sharville - **Artists**: Tim Sharville - **Publishers**: Gunpowder Studios - **Categories**: Adventure, Fantasy, Maze - **Mechanics**: Role Playing, Tile Placement ## Verdict If you enjoy exploring dark, monster-filled forests, Bag of Dungeon 2 will hook you! It's a cooperative (or solo!) adventure where you build the map and face dangers.Map builds as you exploreEngaging monster combatSolid solo modeThematic componentsLanguage dependencyDice randomnessCan feel repetitiveRECOMMENDED ## Description Get ready to dive into the sinister Cursed Forest in Bag of Dungeon 2! If you enjoy the idea of exploring a dark place, full of dangers and evil creatures, this game is for you. The premise is simple: a forest that was once beautiful is now corrupted and poisonous, and it's up to you and your friends (or just yourself, if that's the case!) to unravel its mysteries. The objective? Find the legendary Maiden Tree and break the curse plaguing the land. Bag of Dungeon 2 is an adventure and fantasy game where with each step you build the map, placing tiles to reveal new paths, traps, and, of course, monsters. And speaking of monsters, prepare for combat! You'll have to use everything you find along the way: weapons, armor, and magic items to survive. With each game, the forest takes shape differently, ensuring that exploration is always a new challenge. With tile placement and role-playing mechanics, the game invites you to live this dark journey, whether in cooperative or solo mode. It's an intense experience where every decision counts and survival is the main prize. If you enjoy games with dungeon crawling, creature combat, and a touch of RPG, this adventure is worth checking out! ## FAQ ### Is Bag of Dungeon 2 an expansion or a standalone game? It can be played as a standalone game or as an expansion for the original Bag of Dungeon, adding new mechanics and scenarios. ### How many players can participate? The game is for 1 to 4 players, allowing for both solo and group experiences. ### What is the average playtime? A game can vary significantly, between 30 to 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and the complexity of the chosen adventure. ### Is the game cooperative or competitive? Bag of Dungeon 2 focuses on a cooperative experience, where all players work together against the forest's challenges. There is also a solo mode. ### Do I need to know English to play? There is a moderate language dependency, as cards and some components may have text. Using a translated spreadsheet or translated cards is recommended for a better experience. ### Is the game very difficult? The complexity is considered low to moderate (BGG weight of 1.75/5). The challenge comes more from exploration and dice luck than from complex rules.