Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love Descent and want a fully cooperative, app-driven experience, this expansion is for you! Get ready for a dynamic campaign that will hook your group.
Highlights
- Fully cooperative experience
- App brings novelty and dynamism
- Immersive and engaging campaigns
- Constant exploration and discovery
Keep in mind
- Requires Descent 2nd Edition base game
- High language dependency
- App is essential to play
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to dive deep into Descent: Journeys in the Dark with the Road to Legend expansion! This game-changer transforms the classic one-vs-all experience into pure cooperation. Forget the Overlord, because now it's you and your friends against the game, guided by an app that takes the reins of the adventure. The core gameplay remains the same: heroes exploring dark dungeons, facing monsters, and seeking treasures. Movement, combat, actions – you already know all of this from Descent 2nd Edition. But the magic of Road to Legend lies in how the app dictates the pace. The map unfolds as you advance, doors open to new challenges, and monsters act unpredictably, alternating turns with the heroes. It's a continuous campaign, where each quest is a step in a larger story. To play, familiarity with the base game rules is essential, as this expansion doesn't work on its own. If you enjoy Descent and want a more collaborative and dynamic experience, with a touch of mystery dictated by technology, Road to Legend is the way to go. Prepare your dice and your courage, because the journey will be epic!
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Publisher
Fantasy Flight Games
Designer
Justin Kemppainen, Nathan I. Hajek
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) base game to play Road to Legend?
Yes, Road to Legend is an expansion and requires the Descent: Journeys in the Dark (Second Edition) base game to be played.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 4 players, all playing cooperatively.
Is the app free?
Yes, the companion app for Road to Legend is available for free on app stores.
Is the game fully in English?
The base game and expansion components are primarily in English. However, the companion app supports multiple languages, which greatly facilitates the experience.
What is the average playtime for a game session?
The time varies significantly depending on the quest and player experience, but expect sessions that can last from 1 to 3 hours, as it's part of a larger campaign.
Who is this game for?
It's ideal for Descent fans seeking a deeper, modern cooperative experience using technology to drive the adventure. It's also great for those who enjoy campaigns with progression and story.
Does the app completely replace the Overlord?
Exactly! The app manages all monsters, events, and campaign progression, allowing all players to be heroes working together.