Destinies
- Players
- 1-3
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 150 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.9 / 5
- Year
- 2021
About the game
Destinies is a competitive, story-driven adventure game that blends an app with physical tiles to create a branching, RPG-like campaign for 1-3 players. Set in a dark medieval fantasy world, each player pursues their own character's destiny along multiple paths to victory, discovering new locations, meeting NPCs, and making meaningful choices as the story unfolds. The app's Scan&Play technology reads tiles and tracks decisions, removing the need for a game master while delivering a dynamic, ever-changing world. It's designed for those who want narrative depth with the convenience of app-guided bookkeeping.
Hobbli's Notes
Destinies does an excellent job using its companion app to deliver a genuinely branching narrative without bogging players down in rulebook lookups. Competing destinies create interesting tension even though the game is fundamentally about exploring your own story. The long playtime and story focus mean it's best suited to a patient, narrative-loving group. It's a great choice for players who enjoy RPG storytelling but don't want to commit to a full tabletop RPG.
What we like
- App-driven Scan&Play system removes game-master overhead.
- Branching destinies create genuine narrative choice and replayability.
- Rich medieval fantasy setting with detailed storytelling.
- Solo play is well supported alongside competitive multiplayer.
Keep in mind
- Long playtime demands a dedicated, story-focused group.
- Requires a tablet or device to run the companion app.
- Competing destinies can feel disconnected from direct player interaction.
Who it's for
Best for ages 14 and up, appealing to fans of narrative and RPG-style games in small groups of 1-3.
