# Daydream Dungeon ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2016 - **BGG Rating**: 6.4 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1) - **Duration**: 60-120 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Robin Gibson - **Artists**: Robin Gibson - **Publishers**: (Web published), Metal Snail Idea Workshop - **Categories**: Dice, Fantasy, Print & Play - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Paper-and-Pencil, Push Your Luck, Role Playing, Solo / Solitaire Game ## Verdict If you enjoy a solo fantasy adventure that doesn't require a lot of stuff, Daydream Dungeon is a great pick! It's a super accessible dungeon crawl and RPG, where all you need is paper and a die.Creative solo adventureNo erasing neededPocket-sized RPGQuick to set upLanguage dependencyRequires printingDice luck involvedFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Grab your pencil and die, because Daydream Dungeon is a solo adventure that fits in the palm of your hand! Forget elaborate boards and tons of components; here, everything happens on a single sheet of paper. You create your hero from scratch, allocating points to skills like Dexterity, Ranged, Endurance, Acumen, and Melee. After equipping your adventurer, it's time to face a dungeon full of dangers, from treacherous traps to hungry monsters, culminating in an epic showdown with the final boss. With every step, you track your movements on a 5x6 grid. Upon entering a room, a die roll, added to your depth in the dungeon, tells you what awaits in the Bestiary: it could be treasure, a trap, or an enemy. From there, the decision is yours: use brute force, attempt a stealthy approach, or even cast a spell. Each action relies on a die roll, with bonuses based on your stats. The game cleverly allows you to see your entire adventure's path without needing to erase anything – a journal of your glories and misadventures. And if things get tough? Magic potions can be a lifesaver, but beware: the first time you use a potion of a certain color, its effect is a surprise! It's a game that challenges you to think strategically and manage risks, ideal for those who enjoy a good dose of fantasy and straightforward RPG gameplay. ## FAQ ### How many players can play Daydream Dungeon? Daydream Dungeon is strictly a one-player (solo) game. ### How long does a game session take? A game session can vary quite a bit, but it generally takes between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on luck and your decisions. ### What do I need to play? You only need a printed copy of the game, a 6-sided die, and a pencil. Nothing else! ### Is the game difficult to learn? The complexity is moderate. The rules are straightforward, but risk management and character creation require some attention. ### Do I need to know English to play? Yes, the original game and most resources are in English. It's recommended to have a translated version or a good dictionary handy. ### Is it an intense combat game? It involves combat and dungeon crawling, but the focus is more on decision-making, risk management, and the narrative that unfolds on paper.