Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons is a cooperative board game that combines the recognizable mechanics of the Horrified series with the rich world of Dungeons & Dragons. Published by Ravensburger, it is designed for 1 to 5 players and typically plays in about 45–60 minutes.
The game is set in the Forgotten Realms, specifically in Waterdeep and Undermountain, where players take on the roles of heroes (such as the Wizard, Warrior, Bard, Healer, and Rogue) who must work together to defeat iconic monsters from the D&D universe: the Beholder, Displacer Beast, Mimic, and Red Dragon.
Each monster features unique mechanics and requires a different strategy. For example:
- The Mimic hides in disguise and steals items
- The Displacer Beast teleports and strikes from ambush
- The Beholder uses powerful eye rays that must be neutralized
- The Red Dragon is the most challenging, featuring a two-stage objective that includes finding the Orb of Dragonkind, solving a sliding puzzle, and facing a final battle
The game uses an action-point system—each player has 4 actions per turn, which can be used to:
- move heroes and NPCs
- collect and trade items
- solve monster-related puzzles
- use special abilities (via a d20 roll)
- reveal monster lairs
- and defeat monsters
After each player turn, a monster phase occurs, during which enemies activate, move toward heroes or NPCs, and attack. If players fail to manage these threats effectively, the terror track increases, potentially leading to defeat.
Although the game includes only four monsters (compared to six in earlier Horrified titles), they are more complex and thematically rich. The game is perfect for fans of Dungeons & Dragons looking for a more accessible experience than a full RPG campaign, as well as for families and friends who enjoy cooperative challenges. 🧙♂️🐉🗡️
