Dungeon Saga Origins: Glimmer of Greed Expansion

Mantic Games · Board game · 2024
1–5 Solo 60–120 min
10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
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10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love Dungeon Saga Origins and crave more goblin challenges, this expansion is for you.

Highlights
  • Epic adventure
  • Strategic combat
  • Intense cooperation
  • High-quality components
Keep in mind
  • Requires translation
  • Higher average playtime
  • Moderate complexity
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About the game
Dungeon Saga Origins: Glimmer of Greed Expansion brings a fresh chapter for those familiar with the base game. If you’ve already journeyed with Danor, Madriga, Orlaf, and Rordin through Pannithor’s dungeons, get ready for a continuation that expands the setting, introduces the feared goblin faction, and a host of enemies that will test your tactics. The expansion keeps the cooperative and exploratory essence that made the original beloved, but adds new components: event cards, treasure tokens, goblin miniatures, and a new rule set for the Overlord and heroes. Gameplay remains in the 60 to 120‑minute window, though it can stretch if you opt for the new missions and challenges. The action‑queue and interrupt mechanics create tension each turn, while area movement lets teams plan coverage and attack strategies. For those who loved the base, the expansion offers deeper depth, with end‑game bonuses rewarding full exploration and goblin boss defeats. If you enjoy engaging narratives and team cooperation, Glimmer of Greed is a great pick. The main caveat is the need for translated cards or spreadsheets, as language can be a hurdle. Also, the bubble of average playtime may be longer if you explore all possibilities. In short, the expansion is a solid continuation that expands the Dungeon Saga Origins universe while keeping the balance between challenge and fun. The expansion also introduces a new campaign mode, letting players craft longer narratives by linking multiple missions. The new stat checks add depth to combat, requiring players to consider attributes like strength, dexterity, and intelligence when choosing actions. The modular board remains, but now includes new pieces that alter the layout, creating new routes and traps. Solo players will find balanced challenges, while larger groups can leverage asymmetric role information for more complex strategies. In terms of components, the expansion offers detailed goblin miniatures, shiny treasure tokens, and event cards that can turn the game unexpectedly. The graphic design keeps the shadowed, epic aesthetic of the base game, with illustrations evoking the atmosphere of dark dungeons.
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Game details
Publisher Mantic Games
Designer Matt Gilbert
Artist Jose David Lanza Cebrian
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play?
From 1 to 5 players can enjoy the expansion.
What is the average playtime?
Between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on how many missions are played.
What is the game complexity?
Medium: it requires attention to new rules but keeps the base’s simplicity.
What new components are included?
Event cards, treasure tokens, goblin miniatures, modular board pieces and additional rules for Overlord and heroes.
Who is it recommended for?
Fans of Dungeon Saga Origins, players who enjoy cooperative adventure and dungeon exploration.
Do I need translations?
Yes, if your group doesn’t speak English, translated cards or spreadsheets are required.
How does the expansion integrate with the base game?
It expands the story, adds new challenges and rules, but keeps the original mechanics intact.