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Boss Monster: The Dungeon Building Card Game

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,612 ratings

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The Dungeon
Age Range (Description) Teen
Number of Players 2 to 4
Brand Brotherwise Games
Theme Cards
Material Cardboard

About this item

  • For 2-4 players
  • Takes around 20 minutes to play
  • Dungeon building card game

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Inspired by a love of classic video games, Boss Monster: The Dungeon Building Card Game pits 2-4 players in a competition to build the ultimate side-scrolling dungeon. Players compete to lure and destroy hapless adventurers, racing to outbid one another to see who can build the most enticing, treasure-filled dungeon. The goal of Boss Monster is to be the first Boss to amass ten Souls, which are gained when a Hero is lured and defeated - but a player can lose if his Boss takes five Wounds from Heroes who survive his dungeon.  Playing Boss Monster requires you to juggle two competing priorities: the need to lure Heroes at a faster rate than your opponents, and the need to kill those Heroes before they reach your Boss. Players can build one room per turn, each with its own damage and treasure value. More attractive rooms tend to deal less damage, so a Boss who is too greedy can become inundated with deadly Heroes.  Players interact with each other by building rooms and playing Spells. Because different Heroes seek different treasure types, and rooms are built simultaneously (played face down, then revealed), this means that every "build phase" is a bidding war. Spells are instant-speed effects that can give players advantages or disrupt opponents.  As a standalone card game with 150 cards, Boss Monster contains everything that 2-4 players need to play.

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Boss Monster - The Dungeon Building Card Game

Inspired by classic video games, Boss Monster challenges you to become a villain, build a dungeon, lure in adventurers… and destroy them!

Players compete to see who can lure and destroy the most adventurers. But beware! You must make your dungeon as deadly as it is attractive, or the puny heroes might kill you first!

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You are the bad guy!

No more playing the puny heroes

In Boss Monster you're no longer stuck playing those boring old heroes, delving the same old dungeons. This time you get to be the bad guy at the end of the dungeon, luring in hapless heroes and slaying them.

Stock your dungeon with deadly traps and monsters

To slay those heroes you've got an arsenal of traps and monster at your disposal. Build out the Minotaur's Maze to slow heroes down, or uncover a Bottomless Pit to catch them unawares. Every game is different with 75 Room cards to employ.

And check out the amazing expansions!

  • The Next Level
  • Rise of the Minibosses
  • Tools of Hero-kind
  • Crash Landing
  • Implements of Destruction

Use Rooms and Spell cards to build you dungeon and slay heroes

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Room Tyoes

Rooms are distinguished by the heroes they attract:
  • Mages
  • Fighters
  • Clerics

Rooms and Spells are represented by cards in the game

Rooms make your dungeon

Each Room has a type, a damage value, a treasure value, and a special ability.

Spells affect Heroes, your dungeon, and other players

Spells are drawn through powerful Mage and Cleric Rooms and allow you to surprise other players in the game.

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Play the game that took the gaming world by storm!

Since its launch in 2013, Boss Monster has become a best selling card game and a fan favorite across the globe. Boss Monster appeals to gamers of all ages and preferences.

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There's no other game like it!

Fun and easy to learn

Boss Monster is quick and easy to learn. A 2-Player game takes only 20-30 minutes. Gamers and non-gamers alike will love it!

Filled with unique art and fun references

Boss Monster's look and art harken back to the golden age of retro gaming. Card art is filled with Easter Eggs and fun references.

Game includes:

  • 8 Deadly Boss cards
  • 75 Room cards
  • 30 Spell cards
  • 42 Hero and Epic Hero cards

What's in the box

  • Cards
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    Customer reviews

    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    2,612 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, ease of use, appearance, sturdiness, and speed of the tabletop game. They mention that the game itself is very fun, and easy enough without being too simple. They appreciate the retro 8-bit theme, and the fun graphics. Some appreciate the game's speed, saying that it can be played in less than half an hour.

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    319 customers mention288 positive31 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the game. They mention that it is very fun, and easy to learn. They also say it's addictive and great with 3 or more people. The game has undergone extensive playtesting and is therefore extremely solid. Customers also appreciate the references to movies, TV shows, books, and games. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...All around very enjoyable, although there are a few shortcomings - first, there are some situations and rules that aren't explained well, or even..." Read more

    "...However, with just the basic set, it is a fun and strategic game, were randomness and luck of the draw can make or break you...." Read more

    "...Super fun, and all-around a well-conceived game. Lots of variety each time you play...." Read more

    "This is a great game! Plenty of fun with references to movies, TV shows, books, and games throughout...." Read more

    151 customers mention115 positive36 negative

    Customers like the ease of use of the game. For example, they say it's fairly simple to learn and fun to play in a group of friends, even with a non-gamer's wife. The explanation of the rules is simple, and the game is good for beginners due to its fewer abilities. It doesn't take too long to play, and it'd be accessible for a beginner.

    "...Rules are easy to understand, and once the game is learned, games are fun, fast paced, and fairly quick...." Read more

    "...We found the rules pretty simple to understand. Though it did take a few play throughs to get the hang of it...." Read more

    "...But Boss Monster 1 is good for beginners because there are fewer abilities and elements to keep track of." Read more

    "...*insert evil laughter here*There is a bit of a learning curve, and takes a few run throughs to get a hang of things, but definitely..." Read more

    62 customers mention57 positive5 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the game. They mention that the old school art style is great, the graphics are fun, and the flavor text makes it more interesting. The game has a really enjoyable retro 8-bit theme, and some great cameo appearances in the card artwork. The visual layout is also great, and it is a perfect gift for a retro gamer who also loves card games.

    "...fun card game with RPG and base building elements, using a really nice 8-bit retro theme." Read more

    "...board game look no further this one packs the goods and bonus nostalgia." Read more

    "...I loved the 8-bit inspired artwork and after watching a few gameplay reviews online (WatchItPlayed), I decided to add it to my cart and purchase it...." Read more

    "...The art on the box and cards is also quite nice. It's worth checking out the expansions too, Boss Monster 2 and Tools of Hero Kind...." Read more

    44 customers mention37 positive7 negative

    Customers generally like the sturdiness of the game. They say it's an all around well made game, well thought out, and a good gift all around. The base game comes in a very beautifully crafted box, and is a great addition to any cabinet. Customers are also happy with the cards being in great shape.

    "So i'll start with the positive - Game is beautiful. Both cards and box are great quality - well made, and the artwork is a fantastic 8-bit style..." Read more

    "...Cards are in great shape which is why I’m still somewhat happy overall, but if you want it looking new if you’re a stickler for your tabletop game..." Read more

    "...The base game comes in a very beautifully crafted box inspired in NES boxes (the insides, what divides the cards is flimsy and fragile so, bummer)..." Read more

    "...This game has undergone extensive playtesting and is therefore extremely solid, especially considering its young age...." Read more

    35 customers mention29 positive6 negative

    Customers like the speed of the game. They say it's fast, fun, and allows for socializing. It's easy to learn, and can be played in less than half an hour. The game time can be really reasonable, and it'd be an instant hit on game nights.

    "...are easy to understand, and once the game is learned, games are fun, fast paced, and fairly quick...." Read more

    "...But once you can play at a decent speed, the games go fast enough that you don't let it frustrate you too much and move on to the next round, where..." Read more

    "...There isn't a lot I would change in it. It is pretty fast paced and good if you just want to do a few quick games and don't have hours to sit down..." Read more

    "...It can be pretty fast, which is a plus...." Read more

    19 customers mention19 positive0 negative

    Customers like the performance of the tabletop game. They mention it's great for just 2 players or crazy with all 4. They like that it works really well for 2 players as well as up to 5 and that the games are fast. They also like that the game play is OK at best.

    "...Boss Monster is great for 2 to 4 players! Most cards have a person total on the bottom for when you choose to play with two, three, or four players...." Read more

    "...The game play is OK at best, by which is just sitting in your own little zone asking if everyone is ready and taking turns playing cards." Read more

    "...I really enjoy that it can be played with two players.It is simple enough to play with my non-gamer wife, but still has some complexity...." Read more

    "...Works really well for 2 players as well as up to 5 and lots of different variation you can add...." Read more

    19 customers mention12 positive7 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the replayability of the game. Some mention that it has a lot of replay value, while others say that it does become repetitive.

    "...I would personally say that this game does have tons of replay value...." Read more

    "Fun game at first but becomes a bit repetitive after a while. It is very easy to get a bad start and difficult to recover from it...." Read more

    "...It doesn't cost much and has some pretty solid replay-ability and can be played with a fairly widely arrayed audience." Read more

    "...The expansion is cheap and adds more replay value by equipping heroes with special abilities and allowing you to use those items if you defeat the..." Read more

    17 customers mention0 positive17 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the rules of the tabletop game. Some mention that the rules are confusing and arbitrary, making it difficult to understand. Some customers also mention that it takes too long to understand the rules and goals.

    "...a few shortcomings - first, there are some situations and rules that aren't explained well, or even touched up on, with the instructions...." Read more

    "...The expansion packs also add to the gameplay! Some of the rules could be clarified a bit and could be a little more descriptive with when you can..." Read more

    "...The only drawback is the manual on how to play as it is a bit unclear on some rules and feels a bit unorganized...." Read more

    "...One thing worth mentioning is that some of the more complex rules, such as when cards are sent to the discard pile and when they are left underneath..." Read more

    Scuffed Box on Arrival (Cards still in good condition)
    4 Stars
    Scuffed Box on Arrival (Cards still in good condition)
    Order came wrapped up tightly in plastic wrap but was beat up pretty bad. I don’t know if it was the people delivering it or what, I’m just surprised the inside plastic got dented and cracked so badly. Cards are in great shape which is why I’m still somewhat happy overall, but if you want it looking new if you’re a stickler for your tabletop game boxes games then I’d say go out to a store and buy it in person. Boxes get beaten up overtime anyways, it’s the quality of the game itself that matters and I do want to repeat, the cards in in great condition!
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