Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
HeroQuest fans will freeze with excitement over this expansion! Adds fresh challenges and a campaign full of personality.
Highlights
- Immersive storytelling
- Challenging solo quests
- New enemies and scenarios
- Keeps HeroQuest's simple essence
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Language dependent (untranslated text)
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In HeroQuest: The Frozen Horror, you face an ancient threat that has awoken from its icy slumber to cover the world in darkness and frost. As the Barbarian, you start alone in perilous quests to prove your worth before calling your allies for the final battle. The expansion adds new scenarios, enemies, and challenges to the HeroQuest system, taking heroes to the frigid Northlands. Get ready to roll dice, explore dungeons, and face the Frozen Horror in epic combat! The game keeps HeroQuest's classic simplicity but with an extra dash of challenge and storytelling. Perfect for those looking to expand their adventures in the base game's universe.
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Best player count
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Soundtrack
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Publisher
Avalon Hill, Hasbro
Designer
Scott Haring
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base HeroQuest game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the main HeroQuest game.
How many players can play?
1 to 5 players. There are even solo quests for the Barbarian!
How long does a game take?
Between 30 and 120 minutes, depending on the scenario.
Is it complex for beginners?
No, it keeps HeroQuest's accessibility, just adds more content.
Are there new miniatures?
Yes, including the terrifying Frozen Horror and other icy enemies.
Does it need translation to play?
Unfortunately yes, card texts and quest book are in English.