HeroQuest Buying Guide

HeroQuest, a pioneering dungeon-crawling board game, rekindled the magic of tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons over 30 years ago. Players took on roles such as the Barbarian and Elf, experiencing heroic adventures around the kitchen table in a fraction of the time it takes for a traditional TTRPG. Its iconic box brimming with plastic miniatures and multi-quest storyline captivated a devoted fanbase, whose enduring enthusiasm led Hasbro to revive it via its HasLab crowdfunding platform.

Years after the successful campaign, both new and seasoned fans are enjoying the newly released HeroQuest and its expansions. This buyer's guide helps you plan your adventures in the fight against the evil Zargon.

HeroQuest Game System

HeroQuest Game System

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MSRP: $134.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 14 new quests, 65+ miniatures (31 monsters, 4 heroes, 15 furniture pieces, 19 skull pieces, 4 rats, 21 doors), gameboard, Game Master screen, 93 cards

Begin your HeroQuest journey by securing the core game, the HeroQuest Game System. All other content requires this base game – no standalone expansions here!

HeroQuest First Light

HeroQuest First Light Board Game

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MSRP: $49.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 unique quests, game system rulebook, double-sided gameboard, Game Master’s screen, 5 miniatures, 1 pad of character sheets, 6 combat dice, 2 movement dice, 39 cardboard pieces, 102 cards, 52 plastic movers, 31 monster tokens, 15 furniture tokens, 41 cardboard tiles, 21 dungeon door tokens

HeroQuest: First Light offers a more affordable entry point to the game. While it features a simplified production with cardboard tokens replacing some plastic miniatures, it provides a great introduction to the core gameplay. Existing HeroQuest owners might find less incentive unless they're completionists, seeking unique quests, or wanting additional hero figures to paint. Importantly, First Light is fully compatible with all other HeroQuest content.

The App

MSRP: Free

The official HeroQuest companion app automates the Game Master role, perfect for groups who can't decide on a GM or solo players. Featuring fully voiced descriptions, it enhances the experience across all expansions and is completely free.

The Online Quests

MSRP: Free

Avalon Hill provides free downloadable quests expanding the HeroQuest lore, including the prequel "**A New Beginning**." These bonus quests utilize resources from various HeroQuest products. Find them on **HasbroPulse’s website**.

The Boxed Expansions

Kellar’s Keep

HeroQuest: Kellar's Keep Expansion

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MSRP: $33.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, 19 miniatures (8 orcs, 6 goblins, 3 abominations, 2 doors), sheet of cardboard tiles, 14 cards

A faithful re-release of the original Kellar’s Keep, this expansion offers a straightforward extension of the base game with similar monsters, providing a fun and easy introduction to expansions.

Return of the Witch Lord

HeroQuest: Return of The Witch Lord Quest Pack

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MSRP: $33.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, 18 miniatures (8 skeletons, 4 mummies, 4 zombies, 2 doors), sheet of cardboard tiles, 14 cards

The Witch Lord returns with undead armies. Similar to Kellar’s Keep, it features familiar miniatures and introduces new tiles, offering a satisfying continuation of the base game's storyline.

Prophecy of Telor

HeroQuest: Prophecy of Telor Quest Pack

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MSRP: $33.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 13 new quests, new Warlock class, 15 miniatures (13 translucent orange enemy minis, 2 warlock character minis), set of 6 translucent orange D6 dice, 14 cards

Featuring translucent orange monsters, new dice, and the Warlock class, Prophecy of Telor offers a unique and engaging experience.

Spirit Queen’s Torment

HeroQuest: Spirit Queen's Torment Quest Pack

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MSRP: $33.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 14 new quests, new Bard class, 15 miniatures (14 translucent teal enemy minis, 1 bard character mini), set of 6 translucent teal D6 dice, 15 cards

Similar to Prophecy of Telor, this expansion introduces translucent teal monsters, new dice, and the Bard class, offering dark magic encounters and the Wyvern Keep.

Against the Ogre Horde

Heroquest: Against The Ogre Horde Quest Pack

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MSRP: $44.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, new Druids class, 28 miniatures, 2 sheets of cardboard tiles, 29 cards

A remaster of a classic module, this expansion provides a large number of enemies to fight, including impressive Ogre miniatures and a massive throne.

The Mage in the Mirror

HeroQuest: The Mage of The Mirror Quest Pack

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MSRP: $44.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, 33 miniatures, sheet of cardboard tiles, 35 cards

This expansion features a classic high fantasy story, introducing new Elf class cards and detailed environment objects.

Rise of the Dread Moon

HeroQuest Rise of The Dread Moon Quest Pack

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MSRP: $44.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, new Knight class, 29 miniatures, sheet of cardboard tiles, 58 cards

Concluding the story begun in The Mage in the Mirror, this expansion introduces new mechanics, the Knight class, and additional tiles and miniatures.

The Frozen Horror

HeroQuest: The Frozen Horror Quest Pack

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MSRP: $44.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 10 new quests, 23 miniatures, sheet of cardboard tiles, 35 cards, 6 combat dice, 2 movement dice, 1 pad of character sheets

This Barbarian-focused expansion features icy blue war bears and the imposing Frozen Horror, with unique solo and group quests.

Jungles of Delthrak

HeroQuest Jungles of Delthrak Quest Pack

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MSRP: $44.99 USD

1-5 players (solo play requires the free HeroQuest companion app)
Ages 14+
Contents: Quest book with 16 new quests, 29 miniatures, 39 cardboard pieces, 36 cards

Explore jungles, face new enemies, and play as the Berserker and Explorer classes in this 16-quest expansion.

Character Packs

Hero Collection: Rogue Heir of Elethorn

HeroQuest Hero Collection: The Rogue Heir of Elethorn Figures

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MSRP: $14.99 USD
Contents: New Rogue class, 2 miniatures (2 different body sculpts for the Rogue), 13 cards (12 game cards, 1 story card)

Add a Rogue to your party with this character pack, featuring two miniature sculpts and unique skills.

Hero Collection: Path of the Wandering Monk

HeroQuest Hero Collection: Path of The Wandering Monk Figures

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MSRP: $14.99 USD
Contents: New Monk class, 2 miniatures (2 different body sculpts for the Monk), 8 game cards, 1 scroll prop

The Monk class utilizes elemental powers and unarmed combat, adding a unique playstyle to your adventures.

The End

Hasbro and Avalon Hill continue to support HeroQuest, introducing a new generation to the joys of dungeon crawling. While the mechanics might be simpler for experienced gamers, the community provides ample custom content to enhance the experience. HeroQuest remains a board game classic with a bright future.