Dungeon Alliance

Quixotic Games · Board game · 2018
1–4 · best 1 Solo 60–180 min Weight 3.7/5
8.3 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 55.97
8.3 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you dig the vibe of exploring dungeons with miniatures and enjoy the progression of building your deck, Dungeon Alliance might be your new addiction! It's got solo, co-op, and competitive modes to please everyone.

Highlights
  • Addictive deck-building
  • Awesome miniatures
  • Varied modes (solo/coop/comp)
  • Modular board
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Can be time-consuming
  • Medium-high complexity
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare to dive into dangerous dungeons in Dungeon Alliance, a miniatures adventure game that blends deck-building with dungeon crawling. Here, you and up to three friends (or go solo!) command teams of four heroes, each with their own unique starting cards. The goal? Explore these dark depths, face monsters, and collect as much experience (XP) as possible. With each challenge overcome, you earn XP to power up your deck with new cards, making your alliance stronger with every step. But beware: other teams might be in the same dungeon, and competition can get fierce, with player-vs-player battles for ultimate glory. The modular board ensures each foray is different, and tactical grid movement, along with smart hand management, are crucial for success. Whether competing against others, working as a team, or facing the solo challenge, the alliance that accumulates the most XP by the end of the journey emerges victorious. Dungeon Alliance is ideal for those who enjoy fantasy themes, miniatures, and a good tactical challenge, with the advantage of being playable in various modes.

The game offers a robust experience for 1 to 4 players, with sessions that can last from 1 to 3 hours, depending on the number of participants and your thirst for adventure. The deck-building system allows for satisfying progression, where your card choices genuinely impact your performance in the missions. The variety of heroes and the board's modularity ensure high replayability, while the miniatures add a special touch to the table. It's a game that demands strategy and planning but rewards players with a sense of accomplishment with each conquered dungeon.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 BEST
2 REC
3 REC
4 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Category: Dungeon Crawler Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Digital Implementations: VASSAL Game: Dungeon Alliance Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Quixotic Games
Designer Andrew Parks
Artist Agri Karuniawan, Andy Zazzera, Biagio D'Alessandro, Chechu Nieto, Christopher Guild, Evgeni Maloshenkov, Jessada Suthi, Jim Parks, Juelle Quilantang, Konrad Langa, Manolis Frangidis (Μανώλης Φραγγίδης), Mirco Paganessi, Nicoleta Stavarache, Nikita Nanako, Unique Litani Soparie, Víctor Pérez Corbella, William Bricker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can participate in Dungeon Alliance?
Dungeon Alliance can be played by 1 to 4 players.
How long does a game session take?
A game session typically lasts between 60 and 180 minutes (1 to 3 hours), depending on the number of players and the game mode.
What is the game's complexity level?
With a BGG rating of 3.67/5, Dungeon Alliance is considered a medium-high complexity game, requiring strategy and planning.
Is the game cooperative, competitive, or both?
Dungeon Alliance offers rules for all three modes: competitive, cooperative, and solo (for one player).
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency, and a translation of cards and rules is necessary for comfortable play.
Does the game come with many miniatures?
Yes, Dungeon Alliance is a miniatures game, and they are a central component of the experience, representing heroes and enemies.
Who is Dungeon Alliance recommended for?
It's recommended for players who enjoy fantasy, dungeon crawling, deck-building, miniatures, and who don't mind a game that requires a bit more dedication and translation.

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