Tales from the Red Dragon Inn
- 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.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.6 / 5
- Year
- 2023
About the game
Tales from the Red Dragon Inn puts you in the boots of the beloved Red Dragon Inn characters as they tackle a multi-scenario cooperative dungeon crawl. Each scenario unfolds on a new illustrated fold-out map with fresh enemies, puzzles, and objectives. Players equip hero and item cards, combine unique abilities, and work together to complete each scenario's goal, from defeating all enemies to surviving a set number of turns. Everyone wins together, or loses together if a hero falls or the enemies complete their own agenda. It's a fully cooperative, campaign-style adventure supporting solo play too.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's team enjoys how this spin-off channels the humor and character of the original Red Dragon Inn cast into a proper dungeon crawl. Variable powers and branching objectives keep scenarios feeling fresh, and the solo option is a nice bonus. As with many scenario-driven co-ops, an experienced voice at the table can dominate decisions if the group isn't careful. Still, it's a satisfying, thematic campaign for fans of the series.
What we like
- Unique hero abilities create varied cooperative strategies.
- Branching scenario objectives keep each map feeling different.
- Solo mode is fully supported.
- Strong thematic tie-in for fans of the Red Dragon Inn series.
- Illustrated fold-out maps add immersive production value.
Keep in mind
- Campaign structure requires an ongoing multi-session commitment.
- Cooperative play can suffer from one player directing the group.
- Dice rolling introduces meaningful luck into outcomes.
Who it's for
Fans of cooperative dungeon crawlers and the Red Dragon Inn universe, ages 14+, playing solo or in groups of up to four.
