Exciting New Expansion: Horrified Meets Dungeons & Dragons
In a thrilling announcement at the London Toy Fair, tabletop game publisher Ravensburger revealed an exciting new addition to its popular Horrified series, inspired by the legendary Dungeons & Dragons universe. Set to launch this summer, this expansion will challenge players with four iconic adversaries from one of the most beloved tabletop role-playing games in history.
Overview of Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons
The upcoming title, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons, is designed for cooperative play and accommodates between one to five players aged ten and older. This fifth installment in the franchise retains core mechanics from its predecessors—players will collaborate to solve puzzles and battle formidable monsters while collecting tokens and safeguarding citizens. Each of the four featured monsters introduces unique thematic challenges that draw upon over five decades of rich lore from the TTRPG (tabletop role-playing game) landscape.
Peter Lee, a seasoned designer behind numerous D&D board games as well as the original Horrified: Universal Monsters system, has crafted these monster challenges specifically for this new release.
Iconic Monsters Take Center Stage
Amongst the recognizable foes that fans may encounter is none other than the Beholder—a creature that has been part of D&D since its inception in 1974. Unlike many other beings within this fantasy realm that are derived from mythological or folkloric sources, the Beholder stands out as a wholly original creation exclusive to D&D. Its striking design features a floating orb-like body adorned with a central eye and multiple eyestalks protruding outward. The Beholder gained significant recognition when it was prominently displayed on the cover of Grayhawk, one of D&D’s earliest supplements.
Integrating Tabletop Mechanics with RPG Elements
In addition to featuring classic monsters, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons brings an engaging twist by incorporating traditional tabletop gameplay elements. Notably, it utilizes the iconic d20 die—a staple in both casual gaming circles and competitive play alike—further solidifying its connection to popular culture surrounding tabletop RPGs.
Mike Mulvihill, Ravensburger’s game development manager expressed his enthusiasm about merging these two worlds: “Anyone familiar with Dungeons & Dragons understands how crucial a d20 is during gameplay,” he stated in an interview with Polygon. “When we had an opportunity to create a version of Horrified featuring beloved creatures from D&D, we jumped at it! It’s truly rewarding to blend such historical themes into our immersive cooperative experience.”
Anticipated Release Details
Scheduled for release this summer at an accessible price point of $29.99, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons promises not only nostalgia for long-time fans but also invites newcomers into its captivating world filled with adventure and teamwork.
This innovative crossover aims not just at satisfying dedicated enthusiasts but also hopes to attract those who appreciate engaging board games infused with rich storytelling elements characteristic of both franchises involved.
As excitement builds around this unique collaboration between Ravensburger’s acclaimed series and Wizards of The Coast’s legendary RPG universe, gamers everywhere are eager for their chance to dive into what promises to be another unforgettable chapter in cooperative gaming experiences.
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