Gloomhaven*
Gloomhaven is a Euro-inspired tactical combat game set in a persistent and evolving world. Players assume the roles of adventurers, each with unique skills and motives, as they explore dungeons, ruins, and engage in cooperative battles against automated monsters.
Gameplay Overview
- The game unfolds over multiple sessions with a changing world and branching story.
- Players make decisions that shape the narrative, similar to a ""Choose Your Own Adventure"" book.
- Scenarios are played cooperatively, with players fighting automated monsters.
- Combat utilizes an innovative card system for determining initiative and actions.
- Each turn, players choose two cards, combining their top and bottom powers.
- Players must manage their card resources carefully as they can permanently lose cards.
- Failing to complete objectives in time may lead to exhaustion and retreat.
Conclusion
Gloomhaven offers a deep and immersive experience of tactical combat and storytelling in a persistent game world.
Nominated for 22 awards and won 10.
- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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