Slay the Spire: The Board Game

Contention Games, Ediciones MasQueOca, Grok Games · Board game · 2024
1–4 · best 2 Solo 30–150 min Weight 2.9/5
9.2 rating Ludopedia
8.6 rating BGG
9.2 rating Ludopedia
8.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict

For fans of the digital roguelike and deck-building newcomers, this tabletop version captures the original's essence with an addictive co-op experience full of strategy.

Highlights
  • Engaging co-op play
  • Deep deck building
  • High replayability
  • Faithful adaptation
  • Balanced luck/strategy
Keep in mind
  • Extensive text dependency
  • Can be lengthy
  • Requires sacrifices
  • Not for randomness haters
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About the game
If you love the digital Slay the Spire, get ready to climb the Spire on the tabletop! This co-op deck-building adventure comes alive with dice, miniatures, and deep strategy. Each player picks a character with unique abilities and a simple starting deck. As you journey, you'll add and remove cards, battle bizarre creatures, and discover powerful relics. Your goal? Turn the tables and defeat the final boss—but beware, death means starting over from scratch, roguelike-style! The game is split into Acts, and you can stop anytime or save to continue later. With 30-150 minutes of playtime and support for 1-4 players, it's a mix of luck, strategy, and high replayability. The board game adaptation stays true to the original, with mechanics like hand management, simultaneous action selection, and dice rolling that make every run unpredictable. Great for deck-building fans and dungeon crawl enthusiasts, yet approachable for anyone seeking a fun co-op challenge.
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Category: Dungeon Crawler Components: Miniatures Creatures: Gremlins Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Steam Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS)
Publisher Contention Games, Ediciones MasQueOca, Grok Games, Korea Boardgames, Lavka Games, Matagot
Designer Anthony Giovannetti, Casey Yano, Gary Dworetsky
Artist Anailis Dorta, Bruce Brenneise, Jose David Lanza Cebrian
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a game take?
Between 30 and 150 minutes, depending on the number of Acts played and the group's pace.
How many players can play?
1-4 players, with solo and co-op modes that scale difficulty well.
Is it hard to learn?
Moderate complexity, but rules are intuitive for deck-building fans; there's an initial learning curve.
What's in the box?
Cards, miniatures, dice, tokens, modular board, and plenty of high-quality components for the adventure.
Who is this game for?
Video game fans, dungeon crawl lovers, players who enjoy co-op and strategy, and those seeking replayability.
Is translation required?
Yes, extensive text dependency means an almost complete translation is needed to play.
Is it the same as the digital game?
Captures the roguelike and deck-building essence but adds board game mechanics like dice and miniatures for a unique experience.