The Best Dungeon Crawler Board Games for an Epic Tabletop Adventure

Dungeon crawler board games offer a rich and diverse gaming experience, encompassing tactical combat, character progression, loot acquisition, and exploration of varied environments, not limited to traditional fantasy dungeons. The sheer number of excellent options can be overwhelming, so this guide highlights some of the best, categorized for easier selection.

Top Dungeon Crawler Board Games:

Frosthaven (See it on Amazon!)

Descent: Legends of the Dark (See it on Amazon!)

Star Wars: Imperial Assault (See it on Amazon!)

Slay the Spire: The Board Game (See it on Amazon!)

Mansions of Madness (See it on Amazon!)

Massive Darkness 2: Hellscape (See it on Amazon!)

Nemesis (See it on Amazon!)

Cthulhu: Death May Die (See it on Amazon!)

Clank! Catacombs (See it on Amazon!)

Marvel Zombies - A Zombicide Game (See it on Amazon!)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Change is Constant (See it on Amazon!)

Resident Evil: The Board Game (See it on Amazon!)

Arcadia Quest (See it on Amazon!)

Detailed Reviews & Comparisons:

Frosthaven / Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion:

Frosthaven (See it on Amazon!) Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion (See it on Amazon!)

• Age: 14+
• Players: 1-4
• Play Time: 60-120 mins

Frosthaven, a successor to the acclaimed Gloomhaven, offers a similarly immersive campaign experience. Jaws of the Lion provides a streamlined entry point with reduced setup time. Both feature extensive campaigns, character progression, and interconnected storylines. Jaws of the Lion is often recommended for new players.

Descent: Legends of the Dark:

Descent: Legends of the Dark (See it on Amazon!)

• Age: 14+
• Players: 1-4
• Play Time: 120-180 mins

A fully cooperative Descent experience, featuring impressive 3D cardboard scenery and a compelling blend of tactical combat, dice rolling, and app-based resource management.

Star Wars: Imperial Assault:

Star Wars: Imperial Assault (See it on Amazon!)

• Age: 14+
• Players: 2-5
• Play Time: 60-120 mins

A Star Wars-themed dungeon crawler where Rebel operatives battle the Empire across scenario-based campaigns. Combines tactical combat with exploration and character progression within the Star Wars universe.

Slay the Spire: The Board Game:

Slay the Spire: The Board Game (See it on Amazon!)

• Age: 12+
• Players: 1-4
• Play Time: 30-150 mins

A board game adaptation of the popular video game, retaining the deck-building mechanics and strategic combat in a cooperative setting.

The remaining games are similarly detailed, providing a comprehensive overview of diverse dungeon crawler experiences. Remember to consider player count, playtime, theme, and complexity when making your selection.