Dungeons & Dragons: Tomb of Annihilation Board Game

Dungeons & Dragons: Tomb of Annihilation Board Game

2017
Strategy
3.69 out of 5
10+ people loved this game
Mechanics
Scenario-Driven
Complexity
Light
Duration
60 minutes
Number of players
1 - 5 players
Minimum age
14+ years

Dungeons & Dragons: Tomb of Annihilation Board Game review

Dungeons & Dragons: Tomb of Annihilation Board Game is a cooperative adventure based on the "Tomb of Annihilation" storyline for Dungeons & Dragons: 5th Edition. It's a great option for D&D fans who don't have time for full-blown RPG campaigns. The game provides a lot of the flavor and feel of D&D, but streamlines the mechanics to make it accessible to non-D&D gamers. I really enjoy the challenging yet achievable scenarios and campaign.

One of the things that really drew me to this game was the pre-painted miniatures. They are incredibly detailed and painted better than most pre-painted minis I've seen. However, I did encounter a few issues. One of the miniatures arrived with a broken wing, though thankfully it was a clean break and I was able to glue it back on. Some of the weapons were also slightly bent, but I was able to straighten them out with some warm water. I think the packaging could be improved to protect the miniatures better during shipping.

Despite the minor issues with the miniatures, I still find this game to be a lot of fun. The scenarios are engaging and the campaign is well-designed. It's a great way to experience the world of D&D without having to commit to a full-fledged campaign. I also like that it can be integrated with other D&D board games, like Castle Ravenloft and Wrath of Ashardalon. The pre-painted miniatures are definitely a plus, but they're also a bit fragile. If you're planning on buying this game, be prepared to do some minor repairs.