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Our Verdict
If you love frantic cooperative games where communication and dice luck go hand-in-hand, Escape: The Curse of the Temple is a sure bet! It's pure adrenaline for those who enjoy feeling the time pressure.
Highlights
- Race against time
- Exciting cooperative play
- Real-time exploration
- Tense dice rolling
Keep in mind
- Luck dependent
- Can be chaotic
- High pressure
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Get ready for a race against time in Escape: The Curse of the Temple! This cooperative game throws you and your friends into the shoes of explorers on a desperate mission: to flee a cursed temple before it collapses on your heads. And the kicker: it all happens in real-time! Forget slow turns; here, the action is simultaneous. Each with their hand of dice, you all roll and act at the same time, trying to match symbols to open doors, discover new rooms, and, most importantly, collect magic gems. These gems are crucial, as the more you gather, the easier the final escape becomes. The board builds itself as you explore, creating a unique path each game. But beware! A tense soundtrack (or an hourglass) sets the pace, and if you don't return to the safe room in time, you might lose your dice, jeopardizing the mission. Once the exit is revealed, the real escape race begins. Everyone must get out before the third musical 'apocalypse' to win together. If one fails, everyone loses. For those who enjoy a frantic challenge and teamwork under pressure, Escape is pure adrenaline. And if you want more excitement, the 'Treasures' and 'Curses' expansions add new challenges and twists, like powerful artifacts or bizarre effects that hinder players. It's the perfect game for anyone who wants to feel the tension of an imminent escape and the satisfaction of a hard-won victory.
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Publisher
Queen Games, Devir, Rebel Sp. z o.o.
Designer
Kristian Amundsen Østby
Artist
Oliver Schlemmer
How long does a game of Escape: The Curse of the Temple take?
A game is super quick, lasting only 10 minutes! Perfect for those short on time or who want to play multiple rounds in a row.
How many people can play together?
You can play with 1 to 5 explorers. It works very well both in solo mode and with a full group.
Do I need to know English to play?
No, the game is language independent. All information is conveyed through symbols on the dice and tiles.
Are the rules difficult to learn?
The basic rules are quite simple: roll dice, match symbols, and explore. The complexity comes from the time pressure and luck, not the rules themselves.
What happens if I lose a die?
If you don't return to the safe room before time runs out, you lose one of your dice. This can make your escape, and the group's, more difficult!
Are the expansions worth buying?
The 'Treasures' and 'Curses' expansions add more variety and challenges, like special items and effects that hinder players. If you already enjoy the base game, they're worth it to add a new spark!