Cloudspire
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 180 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 4.4 / 5
- Year
- 2019
About the game
Cloudspire is a one-to-four player strategy game blending tower-defense and MOBA-style tactics, set in the floating realm of Ankar where factions battle over a powerful energy called the source. Players deploy armies and heroes, build defensive spire towers, and explore the map for relics, while solo and cooperative play are driven by a scenario book that tells each faction's story. Asymmetric factions and tech trees give each side a distinct playstyle. Games run long, often around three hours, reflecting its heavy strategic scope.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli admires how Cloudspire brings genuinely fresh mechanisms - tower defense pacing paired with MOBA-style hero control - into board game form. It's a demanding, rules-heavy experience best suited to committed strategy groups rather than casual tables.
What we like
- Unique blend of tower-defense and MOBA mechanics.
- Asymmetric factions with distinct playstyles.
- Strong solo and cooperative scenario support.
- Deep tech tree and hero progression.
Keep in mind
- Very long playtime of around three hours.
- High rules complexity and lengthy setup.
- Limited accessibility for casual or new gamers.
Who it's for
Experienced strategy gamers aged 14+ who enjoy tower-defense and MOBA-style tactics, in groups of two to four or solo/co-op.
