Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure

Funko Games · Board game · 2023
8.3 Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 2–4 · best 2 45 min Weight 2.0/5
Buy · from US$ 26.66
8.3 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A frantic, cooperative adventure for Indy fans who hate wasting time!

Highlights
  • Fast-paced and exciting
  • Great thematic immersion
  • Dynamic cooperative gameplay
  • High replayability
Keep in mind
  • Requires constant attention to time
  • Language dependency (cards)
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Grab your fedora and whip, because the clock is ticking! In Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure, you and your allies are thrust into a frantic race against time to recover the legendary Ark of the Covenant before the villains get their hands on it. The setting is ancient Tanis, where mystery lurks around every corner, but don't be fooled: the pressure is constant. If the sand timer flips, the adventure turns into a desperate struggle for survival!

This is a vibrant cooperative experience where strategy must be lightning-fast. You'll need to master hand management, move characters across the board, and upgrade resources to face growing threats. And don't think the villains are playing fair! You'll have to contend with the scheming Colonel Dietrich, the dangerous Major Toht, and the ruthless Dr. René Belloq. Each player brings something unique to the table with special abilities that can turn the tide, but beware: these powerful abilities can only be used once per game, so pick your moment wisely!

With real-time mechanics, the pace is relentless and the adrenaline spikes as the sand runs low. It's the perfect game for those seeking an intense, thematic adventure where teamwork is the only way to ensure the relic is saved and everyone makes it out of Tanis alive. Can you outrun the clock and the most iconic villains in cinema history?

Rules videos

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Best player count

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2–4 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Movies: Indiana Jones Theme: Archaeology / Paleontology
Publisher Funko Games
Designer Chris Rowlands, Prospero Hall

Community

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1,165owners
206wishlist
25want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Is the game very difficult?
Difficulty depends on your real-time coordination, but it offers a solid cooperative challenge!
Do I need to know English to play?
It has moderate language dependency, so a translation sheet or translated cards are very helpful.
How many players can play?
Ideally 2 to 4 players for a full cooperative experience.
How long does a game last?
Usually around 45 to 50 minutes, but the real-time element makes it fly by!
What is the complexity level?
It's a light-to-medium weight game, focusing more on agility and quick decisions than ultra-complex rules.

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