HEXplore It: The Sands of Shurax
Mariucci J. Designs, LLC · Board game · 2020
1–6 · best 2
Solo
60–180 min
Weight 4.2/5
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rating
Ludopedia
7.9
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BGG
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rating
Ludopedia
7.9
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for RPG-loving groups who crave cooperative challenges. Shurax’s sands are a playground of possibilities – every choice matters!
Highlights
- Deep hero customization
- Modular board = high replayability
- Tactical dice-based combat
- Four victory paths
Keep in mind
- Long playtime (up to 3h)
- Moderate luck dependence
- Complex rules for beginners
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About the game
What you do in a play session
HEXplore It: The Sands of Shurax is a cooperative hero-building game set in a perilous fantasy desert. You and your friends take on unique adventurer roles, mixing races and classes to create special abilities. The modular board ensures each mission across Shurax’s sands feels fresh – explore city-states, battle titanic monsters, and choose whether to gamble in gladiator arenas or shady trades. The game blends strategic dice rolling with grid movement, where every step might reveal treasures... or deadly traps. With four victory paths, you’ll need to manage resources, time, and a bit of luck to save Shurax from the Ravager. Ready for an epic 1-3 hour adventure?
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Best player count
BGG community vote
1
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2
BEST
3
REC
4
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5
OK
6
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Mariucci J. Designs, LLC
Designer
Jonathan Mariucci, Kat Kimoundri, Nathan Loos
Artist
Konrad Langa, Yanis Cardin
Community
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1,861owners
235wishlist
56want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Best player count?
Ideal with 3-4. Solo works well, but mid-sized groups balance challenges and decision-making.
Language-dependent?
Yes, cards and reference sheets have significant text. Community translations help non-English players.
How does it differ from other HEXplore It games?
The Sands of Shurax introduces desert-themed heroes, monsters, and arena/trading mechanics.
Newbie-friendly?
Only for groups experienced with heavy games. The 4/5 weight requires patience to learn.
Are expansions needed?
Plays standalone but combines with other series volumes for extra races, classes, and scenarios.
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