# Dungeon Maker: Deluxe! ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 7.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-8 - **Duration**: 30-45 min - **Weight**: — - **Designers**: Ali Mahmood, Chris Scaffidi - **Publishers**: RnC Games, Fervent Workshop - **Categories**: Fantasy, Print & Play - **Mechanics**: Closed Drafting, Grid Coverage, Lose a Turn, Neighbor Scope, Paper-and-Pencil, Race, Simultaneous Action Selection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tile Placement ## Verdict If you enjoy fast-paced "print and play" games with a "role-and-write" twist and strategic competition, Dungeon Maker: Deluxe! is a sure bet!Fast-paced and strategicSimultaneous engagementLight and portableFun themeTranslation dependencyPotential "lose a turn"RECOMMENDED ## Description Get ready for a wizardly showdown where cheating is the name of the game! In Dungeon Maker: Deluxe!, you and your fellow sorcerers have a bad habit: pilfering each other's dungeons. But this time, you're prepared! You've fortified your lair with a bestiary of nasty creatures – imps, dragons, werewolves, each with their own magical powers ready to pounce. Leave them on guard as you depart for your own dungeon crawl, only to discover your rivals have done the same, and one of them has a cave troll! The game unfolds in three thrilling stages: Fortify, Exchange, and Crawl. In the Fortify Stage, all players simultaneously draft their defenders, setting up their defenses. Then comes the Exchange Stage, where players shuffle their cards and swap dungeons, setting the stage for the assault. Finally, in the Crawl Stage, everyone simultaneously uses their cards to clear out the opponent's dungeon. The game ends for everyone when someone finishes clearing the adversary's lair. Victory comes with points for well-fortified and cleared dungeons, but be careful not to run out of mana or vigor in the heat of battle! It's a fast-paced, strategic game with that touch of chaos every good wizard duel needs. ## FAQ ### What is the average playtime for Dungeon Maker: Deluxe!? Games typically last between 30 and 45 minutes, making them quite dynamic. ### How many people can play? The game is very flexible, playable from 1 to 8 players. The solo mode is a great option! ### Is this a complicated game to learn? The rules are relatively simple, focusing on simultaneous action selection. The complexity comes from the strategic choices. ### Do I need to print the game? What components are necessary? Yes, it's a "print and play" game. You'll need to print the cards and sheets, and have pencils/pens and possibly some markers. ### Who is this game recommended for? It's ideal for those who enjoy fast-paced, strategic games with a touch of bluffing, playable with various player counts, including solo. ### Is there any language dependency? Yes, the game has moderate language dependency, requiring access to a translated sheet or cards for comfortable play. ### What does "Lose a Turn" mean? It means that in certain game situations, you might end up losing your next turn or part of it, adding a risk element.