The Last Stronghold

Barrett Publishing · Board game · 2022
— Ludopedia 6.5 BGG 1–2 · best 1 Solo 15–25 min Weight 1.8/5
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6.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For those who enjoy a quick and tense cooperative challenge, The Last Stronghold is a great pick! Ideal for playing as a duo or solo, defending the city at all costs.

Highlights
  • Tense and fast city defense
  • Cooperative with solo play
  • Unique hero abilities
Keep in mind
  • Dice luck can be frustrating
  • Generic fantasy theme
  • Little strategic depth
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hold on tight! In The Last Stronghold, things are serious: the forces of darkness are advancing, and the last remaining city, Lux, is our final bastion. The mission is clear: a small group of heroes (that's you!) needs to hold off the monster wave for as long as possible to take down the final boss. It's a siege game where dice rolls set the pace, but strategy and your heroes' special abilities are crucial to turn the tide. You'll add threats to the board, choose where to focus your efforts, move your hero, and roll those dice to send monsters packing. The trick is to use each hero's unique skills and magical artifacts to manipulate the dice and the monsters themselves. If you can hold out long enough and defeat the enemy leader, victory is yours! But beware, defeat comes if all heroes are incapacitated or if the city of Lux takes too much damage. Perfect for those who enjoy a quick cooperative challenge, with that base defense tension and a touch of medieval fantasy. It's pure adrenaline in about 20 minutes!

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–2 players
1 BEST
2 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

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Category: Tower Defense Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Two-Player Only Games
Publisher Barrett Publishing
Designer Gabe Barrett
Artist Jon Merchant, Jorge M. Velez

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10want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can participate in The Last Stronghold?
The game is designed for 1 or 2 players, making it a great option for solo players and duos alike.
How long does a game typically last?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting between 15 and 25 minutes, perfect for fitting into any schedule.
Is the game difficult? What's the complexity level?
The complexity is considered low (BGG weight of 1.75/5), but the difficulty can increase depending on dice luck and strategic choices.
Do I need to know English to play?
There is a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have translated cards and rulebook or use a reference sheet to get the most out of the game.
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to defend the city of Lux from monster waves and defeat the final boss before the city is destroyed or all heroes are incapacitated.
Is this a traditional board game or something different?
It's a dice-rolling siege game where you use special abilities and artifacts to manipulate outcomes and monsters, offering a unique experience.
What type of player is The Last Stronghold best suited for?
It's ideal for those looking for a quick cooperative game with a fantasy theme and tower defense mechanics, perfect for casual players or as a warm-up game.

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