Saboteur: The Lost Mines

Saboteur: The Lost Mines brings the spirit of the classic Saboteur into a larger board, mixing cards, paths, and plenty of intrigue. Players are split into two clans, each containing loyal dwarves, selfish dwarves, and a secret saboteur working for the opposing clan. Every player controls a pawn and tries to guide their dwarf along the ever‑growing network of tiles toward four goal cards. One of those cards hides a sleeping dragon; waking it drops your score dramatically, so choosing the right route is key. The other three cards reveal hidden treasure values that award variable points, depending on secret treasure cards revealed at the end.

Sabotage is performed directly on the board: by playing blocking path cards or placing tokens you hinder the routes of everyone – including yourself. Unlike Saboteur: The Duel, the tiles you place don’t have to connect to your own start card, opening up many more options for blocking and diversion. Even if your path is completely blocked, you stay in the game and can still affect the outcome.

With quality components – vivid cards, dwarf meeples, and thematic tokens – the game offers about 45 minutes of light‑hearted fun for 3 to 9 players. Its low complexity (weight 2/5) lets newcomers catch on quickly, while seasoned gamers enjoy the deduction layer and team dynamics. If you love games where trust is tested and cheating is part of the strategy, The Lost Mines will feel like a perfect fit.