7.2
rating
Ludopedia
6.6
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Dragonwood is a super accessible and charming game, perfect for introducing kids and family to the world of board games, yet still entertaining for experienced players with its dose of luck and quick decisions!
Highlights
- Easy-to-learn rules
- Charming artwork
- Fast-paced games
- Good for all ages
Keep in mind
- Relies a bit on luck
- Limited strategic depth
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Prepare to enter the mysterious and dangerous forest of Dragonwood! There, fantastic creatures like angry ogres and mischievous goblins lurk, and the dreaded fire-breathing dragons are always on the prowl. In Dragonwood, your mission is to collect adventurer cards to form strategic combinations: numerical sequences, groups of the same number, or cards of the same color. Each combination grants you dice to use in combat against the creatures inhabiting the forest. You can try to scare fire ants, yell at a grumpy troll, or even face a dragon with a magic sword. The key to victory lies in choosing your actions wisely, as the terrain of Dragonwood changes with each game, and only the bravest will overcome the challenges. On each turn, you can choose to draw more cards or attempt to capture a creature or an enhancement. Defeated creatures and collected enhancements grant victory points and advantages, respectively. The game ends when all dragons are defeated, and the player with the most points claims the glory. Dragonwood is a fast-paced game with simple rules that invites you to make interesting decisions: is it worth going after smaller creatures or saving cards for a bigger attack? Will an enhancement pay off, or is it better to focus directly on creatures? Will you take a chance on a dice roll or go for a sure thing? With each play, the deck shuffles anew, ensuring that every adventure in Dragonwood is unique and full of surprises!
Gallery
Box and component photos
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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DGA Teaches: Dragonwood (Ep. 189)
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Box of Delights Presents ......................... DRAGONWOOD
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How To Play Dragonwood
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Dragonwood | HOW TO PLAY
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How to Play Dragonwood
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BGN: How to Play Dragonwood
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How to Play Dragonwood
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Dragonwood - A Charming Game of Strategy & Adventure | IGYG
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Dragonwood: How to play
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Play Through: Dragonwood
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"Stalling" in DragonWood
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
REC
3
BEST
4
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Gamewright, AURUM, Inc., Game Factory, Hobby World, NeoTroy Games, Offline Editions, Reflexshop, White Goblin Games
Designer
Darren Kisgen
Artist
Chris Beatrice
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Dragonwood?
Dragonwood is designed for 2 to 4 players.
How long does a game take?
A game of Dragonwood typically takes about 20 minutes to complete.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
No, Dragonwood is known for its simple and easy-to-grasp rules, making it great for beginners and families.
Is Dragonwood more luck or strategy?
It's a mix! You need to manage your cards and decide when to take risks, but dice rolls carry significant weight.
Is it a good game for kids?
Absolutely! It's one of its strengths, with an engaging theme and accessible gameplay for younger players.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to accumulate the most victory points by defeating creatures and collecting enhancements before all dragons are vanquished.
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