7.2
rating
Ludopedia
6.9
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Perfect for those who own the base game and want more monster variety and new scenarios. The haunted forest vibe is spot on!
Highlights
- New wandering monsters add unpredictability
- Extends the base game's replayability
- More dynamic combat with trample ability
- Strong fantasy theme implementation
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game to play
- Heavy language dependence
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Pack your bags and sharpen your swords, because the adventure continues! Forbidden Forest is the second expansion for Hasbro's Dungeons & Dragons board game, and it leads your party of adventurers into a place where sunlight barely touches the ground. The goal is simple yet perilous: you must venture into a haunted forest, fight off hordes of evil creatures, and track down the mad druid Elwick to defeat him and restore peace to the region.
If you thought the base game was already tense, this expansion adds extra layers of unpredictability. Now, the group must deal with 'wandering monsters'—creatures that don't just sit around waiting for you, but roam the map, making every move a calculated risk. Additionally, the new 'trample' ability brings a more aggressive combat dynamic, allowing certain threats to push through heroes, changing how you position your party on the modular board.
It's the perfect dose of chaos for those looking to expand their cooperative exploration and combat experience. The feeling of being lost in a mystical grove, trying to survive while planning the final assault against Elwick, captures the essence of an RPG but with the agility of a board game. If you already own the base game and crave more challenges, new monsters, and that feeling of 'will we actually survive this forest?', this pack is the way to go. Just remember that, since it's an expansion, you'll need the original game to play, so don't step into the woods without your basic gear!
If you thought the base game was already tense, this expansion adds extra layers of unpredictability. Now, the group must deal with 'wandering monsters'—creatures that don't just sit around waiting for you, but roam the map, making every move a calculated risk. Additionally, the new 'trample' ability brings a more aggressive combat dynamic, allowing certain threats to push through heroes, changing how you position your party on the modular board.
It's the perfect dose of chaos for those looking to expand their cooperative exploration and combat experience. The feeling of being lost in a mystical grove, trying to survive while planning the final assault against Elwick, captures the essence of an RPG but with the agility of a board game. If you already own the base game and crave more challenges, new monsters, and that feeling of 'will we actually survive this forest?', this pack is the way to go. Just remember that, since it's an expansion, you'll need the original game to play, so don't step into the woods without your basic gear!
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Best player count
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2
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4
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5
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Publisher
Hasbro, Parker Spiele, Wizards of the Coast
Designer
Barry Yearsley, Richard Borg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Can I play this solo?
No, it's a cooperative game that requires 2 to 5 players to function.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes! This is an expansion, so you need all the rules and components from the Hasbro D&D base game.
Is the game too complex?
The weight is moderate (2.09 on BGG). If you're familiar with the base game, the new wandering monster rules and trample ability are easy to pick up.
Does it come with new miniatures?
Yes, the expansion includes new figures to represent the forest threats and the druid Elwick.
Is the language barrier a problem?
Yes, there is extensive language dependence. If your group doesn't speak the game's language, you'll need a translation.