Persistent dungeon crawler, branching campaign
Gloomhaven is a heavy game (weight 8/10). The decision tree is among the deepest in the hobby (9/10), with meaningful long-term planning every turn. Decisions come at a steady pace (7/10) — engaged without being exhausting. Players are constantly affecting each other's plans (interaction 8/10). Direct attacks are minimal (1/10) — the friction comes from contention, not aggression. Some negotiation matters (negotiation 5/10).
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Gloomhaven is a heavy game (weight 8/10). The decision tree is among the deepest in the hobby (9/10), with meaningful long-term planning every turn. Decisions come at a steady pace (7/10) — engaged without being exhausting.
Players are constantly affecting each other's plans (interaction 8/10). Direct attacks are minimal (1/10) — the friction comes from contention, not aggression. Some negotiation matters (negotiation 5/10).
Output randomness is significant (7/10) — dice, reveals, or end-of-turn surprises can upend plans. Catch-up is moderate (4/10).
The theme is well-integrated (8/10). There's a clear engine-building feel (engine 6/10). And the game tells a story (narrative 10/10) — sessions have arc and consequences.
Output randomness is significant (7/10) — dice, reveals, or end-of-turn surprises can upend plans. Catch-up is moderate (4/10).
The theme is well-integrated (8/10). There's a clear engine-building feel (engine 6/10). And the game tells a story (narrative 10/10) — sessions have arc and consequences.
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