The Dungeon Within

(Web published) · Board game · 2023
1–3 Solo 30–45 min
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Our Verdict

If you enjoy a quick cooperative challenge with a Print&Play feel that creatively uses poker cards, The Dungeon Within might be your next adventure. It's a straightforward game, ideal for those who like to feel the pressure of time and dice.

Highlights
  • Cooperative and quick
  • Creative card use
  • Print&Play feel
  • Dice challenge
Keep in mind
  • Language dependency
  • DIY components
  • Dice luck
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About the game
Get ready to descend into the depths in The Dungeon Within, a Print&Play game that blends dice rolling with a cooperative dungeon crawler feel. You and your brotherhood will have to face the Three Horsemen of the Night and escape The Deep Dungeon to emerge victorious. The stakes are high: assemble your team with 3 character cards, arrange 12 room tiles in a 3x4 grid, and have the Guide, Beastiary, and Shop documents ready to generate enemies and treasures. Oh, and don't forget 5 D6 dice and a 54-card poker deck. You start in Room 1, and with each step, you need to keep an eye on the Guide to know the objective and the turn limit. Failed? You lose. Got lucky and completed it? Then you decide whether to risk more or advance. Each character draws 5 cards from the poker deck, and these cards aren't just for show: they give your actions an extra boost, like a Heart Ace that restores health. The game only ends well if all 3 characters complete the objective of the final room. If time runs out, everyone dies, or you fail any objective, it's game over. It's a race against time and the horrors that inhabit the dungeon!
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Mechanism: Roll-and-Write
Publisher (Web published)
Designer Mauro Indini
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 3 players, working for both solo and cooperative modes.
How long does a game take?
Games are quick, typically lasting between 30 and 45 minutes.
Do I need to print a lot of components?
Yes, it's a Print&Play game, so you'll need to print the cards, tiles, and documents. It's recommended to have a poker deck and D6 dice on hand.
Is the game in English?
The game itself has very little text, making it easily memorable. However, the materials you print (Guide, Beastiary, Shop) might require you to translate them or familiarize yourself with the English content, depending on the version you find.
Is it difficult to learn?
The rules are quite straightforward, focusing on exploring rooms and meeting objectives within the time limit. The complexity comes more from managing cards and dice luck.
Who is this game for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy quick cooperative games with dungeon crawler elements and don't mind printing their own components. It's also a great option for those looking for a solo game with a fantasy theme.
What is the main objective?
The objective is for all characters to successfully complete the objective of the final room and escape the dungeon before time runs out or all characters die.