Best Dungeon Crawler - Board Games

[@MrPellenisse]

15. Tiny Epic Dungeons 01:00 14. Cthulhu: Death may die 03:03 13. Mansion of Madness 05:18 12. Lord of the Rings 07:24 11. Zombicide 09:01 10. Massive Darkness 10:51 9. Arkham Horror TCG 13:16 8. Machina Arcana 14:56 7. Deep Madness 17:10 6. Sword & Sorcery 18:58 5. Descent 20:53 4. Gloomhaven 22:43 3. Nemesis 24:52 2. Gloomhaven: JotL 27:15 1. Etherfields 29:44 Great list! We would all appreciate if you added timestamps in your description though. It makes it easier to watch your videos. 👍

[@nyanates]

Thanks!! I know why they’re not included but these types of countdown vids really do need an index. A viewer shouldn’t have to do it.

[@Loki087]

Just started the video, and a little disappointed that Heroquest isn't on here. I'm picking it up this Saturday to surprise my daughter.

[@Mr_Yod]

No, no, it's: [...] 14. Tulu Dev May Die (poor developers... =( ) 13. Mention of Madness (now that you mention it...) [...] 11. Zombie Side (where you help the poor and denfenseless undeads) [...] 4. Roomhaven (the last chapter of the series, set entirely inside a house) =)

[@stealthexecutor563]

​​@@Mr_Yodit's cthulhu death may die. And the others you mentioned are incorrect. The titles are literally written on the boxes💀

[@Mr_Yod]

@@stealthexecutor563 🤦‍♂️ Read the video timestamps...

[@JoeyjojoShabadoo7]

Mad respect for reviewing in a language that is not your native tongue! Great review as well 👌

[@rockhopper01]

Courageous.

[@branboom3342]

I love the names of the timestamps lol

[@thejesterjester]

Respect as well, even if I couldn't help chuckling at "epic whip-ons" 🤭

[@MyKonaRC]

Hate that since they are more difficult to understand with their native accent.

[@Alidora-games]

great job

[@Skol999]

+ 1 for Etherfields. My favourite game. Good call.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

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[@marcolai9735]

Done!! Im new to your channel and I’m absolutely amazed by the production quality! Congratulations!!

[@piotrt2072]

@@marcolai9735 i can only confirmed that Joanna clips are super. They looks like good quality TV programms. But unfortunately most of them are for Polish audience. Such every Sunday Joanna's video called Board news are like CNN news. I haven't seen such high quality on other board game channels.

[@olliehughes6774]

I didn't like it. I loved it. Sadly, no love button, so I clicked the like.

[@seanmorgan2257]

Hi, this is my first time watching one of your videos and really liked your content, there are a couple of games you mentioned that I have on my shelf of opportunity Swords and Sorcery and Machina Arcana I have another game that is not on your list and it is a small one One deck dungeon. It was nice to see your copies of the games even though I do not know Polish it gave an extra interesting perspective. I have subscribed and now will watch your other offerings and look forward to new content.

[@garylangford6755]

Please add time stamps

[@Table.Fables]

Honestly this is one of the best video on the topic out there. Clear, articulate, fun and you hit the nail on the head with some of your comments. Great stuff and plenty for me to add to my wish list! Also, no ads!! That’s incredibly rare on KZbin these days :)

[@davidfackelman2976]

Thank you for bringing your videos to those of us limited to English! Your presentation is excellent, the quality of your videos is amazing. I have about 2/3 of the games in your top 15 and enjoy every one of them. Your taste in dungeon crawlers aligns with mine, I appreciate that you also delve into medium to heavy games. Please keep the videos in english coming!

[@jonathanfranklin461]

One of the best videos I have seen this year. I loved that you explained your choices clearly and compared them to others on the list. Is there any chance you would do one for adventure games too?

[@Valen-D]

Machina Arcana is an incredible game for sure. Art, theme, and atmosphere are all top notch. Best of all no mini's

[@robertthurman9866]

Another good thing about this list is all are solo playable, very important.

[@garett6493]

I really appreciate that you showed content from each of the games whilst reviewing and rating them. I have added a few of the games you mentioned to my collection thanks to your efforts with this video. Keep up the great work.

[@Kitty609304]

Thank you so much for this review! You helped me find one of my favorite board games I have forgotten and helped me buy a new one ❤

[@hovhannesbeaver8161]

Omg I love your presentation and how the entire video is produced; great quality & filmed very well. As a native speaker of English I was pleasantly surprised to hear the video in English (so I could understand it!).

[@ontableboardgames1087]

I am very happy that you liked my recording. I put a lot of work and commitment into the preparation. And I'm even more happy that everything I say is understandable for you, because I still need to improve my English.

[@HZH121]

Best review for dungeon crawler board games on KZbin . Thank you !

[@diansipeksrakocic9189]

Nice video,just what I was looking for.I bought Wrath of Ashardalon recently and love it!

[@michellesanctuary9089]

Amazing Work! We loved it ☕☕

[@ricardomartin3898]

Superb list and opinions. Valuable, natural and honest. Thanks!! Good job. I'll follow you from now on.

[@onyxtay7246]

I'm looking around for good Dungeon Crawler games and I think this is the best list I've found. A good presentation and not wasting time by hiding the list of what games are included.

[@UeMit_Li]

Thank you for this video. Here is my Top 10: 1. Gloomhaven/Jaws of the Lion 2. Sword & Sorcery 3. Descent 2nd 4. Imperial Assault 5. Massive Darkness 2 6. Mansions of Madness 7. LoTR Journey to Middle Earth 8. Deep Madness 9. Myth (if you like to explore an unknown Dungeon bit by bit ) 10. Zombicide 2nd Arkham Horror LCG would be also in the Top 10, but I don't think there is enough Dungeon Crawler in it.

[@BoardGameHeaven]

Awesome video! I have all of these except 1 and 15 lol. I do have Folklore as well, and the classic D&D board games which are great fun and simple to learn. And never forget HeroQuest! (And maybe Dungeon Saga).

[@addisonrees8317]

I like the how you show the quality of the components

[@kyrnsword72]

Just missing an A Dungeon crawler I love called D100 Dungeon Mapping Game by Martin Knight!

[@adventuresincreativesoftwa6283]

An excellent video - thanks! As always, the camera work and production quality are on another level. It was nice to get your personal take on what makes these games shine. (Good to see so many great games have been translated into Polish, too). Keep up the great work.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thank you very much. I try not only to enjoy each game, but also to showcase interesting and worthwhile board games as best I can. It's great that my viewers like what I do and how I do it :D

[@mendicant1981]

I absolutely love Etherfields, my friend has got me a sealed copy of the game yesterday. Looking forward to playing it solo now!

[@EpicKing]

I'm having a lot of trouble trying to learn it. :(

[@HarleyFirestorm]

@@EpicKing JUST learn whats in the rule book its quite a simple game, if you see things on cards that you don't know what its for then its because your not meant to know....yet.

[@themainman2827]

Where is Heroquest >:(

[@cesargs1388]

Perhaps you must look for it on the 90's lol

[@glr]

Yes, also DungeonQuest.

[@stefanswiss3760]

top video quality, camera shots and all, hope you continue and hope for you to grow fast because quality work needs to be acknowledged

[@FreeformRock]

This has to be the best edited top list I've seen. Fantastic job, also the list is great!

[@cetx]

I love dungeon crawls, and several of these I'd not heard of. Thanks for the great video!

[@AlexSlepchenko]

Your English is very good, I mean your pronunciation and it’s easy to watch you and understand everything. Other bloggers talk speedily and sometimes to hard understand their thoughts and words. Thanks for the content, interesting

[@Solcoyote]

Awesome list! Thanks for the cool video.

[@JimmySquiky]

Your enthousiam is contagious. Thank you for making my day brighter :)

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thank you, and I'm so glad that my enjoyment of telling you about board games has resonated with you. It's the best recommendation and encouragement to record more often :)

[@wishmeheaven]

Did you ever heard Dice Tower's Roy Cannaday talking about a board game..? 👀

[@felipejabur9630]

Very good edit and video quality! Good to always have updated lists on KZbin com my favorite type of Boardgame!

[@portwills]

I liked this video in the first 5 seconds! And what a good production

[@2532robh1]

Yay for the English version and channel!!! Subscribed to you even when not!!!

[@jonathanchappell3192]

Castle Ravenloft? Wrath of Ashardalon? Legend of Drizzt? These are consistently underrated dungeon crawlers that regular make appearances on our table because they are D&D lite without the need for a DM. If you could, please take some time to show these great games some love. :)

[@arcubal]

Many of these are in my top rated games list as well, and yes, Etherfields is also in my Top 5! I would add 2 very special dungeon crawlers: *Skull Tales: Full Sail!* - the ultimate pirate-themed exploration and discovery story-driven experience, with a macro-scaled sea exploration and a ship-building port phase to boot! The final one is *Okko Chronicles* - an excellent scenario-driven horror fantasy, set in feudal Japan with stunning miniatures and evocative location tiles, as well as heaps and heaps of lore. Must haves on any serious dungeon crawler lover's list.

[@Ronindennis]

Okko is criminally underrated! There is so much more value here than the typical 'kill all enemies'.

[@edwindrood2816]

Great video as always, and I agree with most of your thoughts.

[@Macrolord1]

Thanks for your English-Video, I like your way of presentation very much! I am from Austria.

[@crumpetsbuttered]

Excellent List and great video production. Must have taken you an age to put together.

[@n00dles4]

This is an incredibly well made video, and thanks for the great info!

[@keithpalmer4547]

What a wonderful production! Thank you!

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thank you very much :) I try to make each of my recordings like that.

[@David-kw5uj]

Ahahaha, is very funny to see some descriptions in Polish and to hear the video in English 😂

[@pynkfloyd8105]

Subscribed for your passion, taste and your lovely English

[@Dtoszi]

I actually love the idea going on with Tiny Epic Dungeons ! I travel a lot with friends and family so a small portable game is perfect!

[@cinshome2]

I have almost all the Tiny Epic games that they've released. They are all quite fun and very easy to take anywhere.

[@hispazargon]

I miss HeroQuest in the list, the best balance between simplicity and fun in a dungeoncrawler board game, combined with a great layup, aesthetic and legacy. Perfect to be played in family.

[@toddferrullo1871]

Many of these are also on my top 10 list as well but I would have to include Shadows of Brimstone and especially Middara as well.

[@beerkenstein]

Very useful video, actually it introduced some titles I've never heard before, despite that I think myself a fan of such board games. Thank you!

[@jakobvarsson840]

This was great. Your editing really made it go above and beyond. You could really tell how much work went into it. 10/10

[@fan-i-am]

Oh come on! Star Wars: Imperial Assault should absolutely be in here!

[@darinlagarry3091]

I really don't mind that a lot of the text in your videos is not in english. Your enthusiasm more than makes up for it :)

[@starshocker]

As far as I've been introduced to boardgames, I haven't played any dungeon crawlers yet. Thanks for showing this list.

[@PablowingUrMind]

Nice production quality and thanks for the English version. 😀

[@krisklausen2538]

Great list. Thank you. Replay in 150% speed to get the speed we are used to.

[@wicked8576]

your videos are so amazingly well done, I am impressed each and every time! my favourite dungeon crawlers are: Gloomhaven (all three versions: big box, jaws & digital), Middara, Deep Madness.. and now that you have Etherfields on No. 1, I am looking forward to finally receiving my copy of Etherfields (still waiting for wave 2.. *sigh*)! :D

[@knxwrtr]

Content like this is great this is how I usually get intro diced to new games to try and pitch to try with my gamer friends.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thanks. I also like recording top lists because I get to show and talk about a lot of cool board games in one episode. I'm glad you're enjoying it.

[@crockett8513]

This is the first video I've seen from you, and it was great! Amazing enthusiasm and explanations. I saw someone else mention it, but definitely try Middara! My #1 game right now

[@zol0_o-y8p]

Same here

[@foggyhighway3346]

the,production values for this channel,are,excellent as i said before its,also very entertaining.

[@franciscopan7799]

Nice work!

[@robertthurman9866]

Very good selections, a few I was not familiar with. I need to check these out.

[@zulupox]

Nice vid! I was missing my favorite dungeon crawler: *Shadows of Brimstone* from your list.

[@danielyeatts491]

My family and I are looking forward to the Etherfields game once it arrives from a late Kickstarter pledge. We do have Cthulhu: Death May Die, Nemesis, Jaws of the Lion and Mansions of Madness and we love them all. I would add Level 7: Omega Protocol, but that is a personal choice. Great list!

[@joseroman3791]

Awesome videos and way more engaging than any other channel. You got an instant subscriber!

[@salemrashed1]

Best board game top ten I ever saw in KZbin please make more your so charming

[@PhotoReactionVideos]

Fantastic work! I just Subscribed. Thank you for putting this together.

[@RapidCancel]

I just bought base game Massive Darkness 2 and some extras for something I could play with a more casual group. Also thinking of picking up Black Plague as well for the same casual group but for a different theme and slightly different gameplay.

[@joaquinperezblanca6242]

Great video! Greetings from Spain!

[@dextrian]

Good start with tiny epic dungeons, gain a like 👍

[@intothefloo1505]

Great video!!! Thanks for explaining these so well.

[@piotrt2072]

I agree with comments. Missing on the list: Shadows of Brimston, Imperial Assault and Middara. But looking on the list I cannot decide which of games should be replaced by them.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

The list includes only those board games that I have played and know and like. Shadows of Brimston, Imperial Assault and Middara are board games I need to check out. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@JoeyjojoShabadoo7]

@@ontableboardgames1087 Imperial Assault is basically Descent with a Star Wars theme. So if you’ve played descent, you’ve pretty much played IA.

[@dogtags2010]

@@JoeyjojoShabadoo7 I find imperial assault really dull. Mostly since it is incredibly easy to win scenarios. It usually resolves in the empire player pulling back to defend the objective and the rebel player just trying to rush the objective. Due to the turn limits the rebels have to hurry but then conversely the fact the rebels have two lives means the empire will struggle to down them unless they crowd up and nuke them down. So it's really dull once you play one or two missions and realise this. I play empire as its my mates game. I end up just playing it as a story and let him win as there's really no fun in trying to play it competitively.

[@goodsound4756]

If the Gloomhaven system shared one spot there would be one free slot for another game. Shadows of Brimstone has three different themed base games, so there is another decision which one.

[@cinshome2]

@@dogtags2010 Have you played the coop/solo version with the app campaign instead of the versus mode that it originally released with?

[@HonestDoubter]

Everyone one of these are SOLID. Great choices.

[@darling0223]

Hi what is the board game at 3:07 ? During the B roll

[@vcr1244123]

epic seven arise based on that Krau mini

[@HorseIRL]

Etherfields is often bashed and I am glad it made it to the top of the list. Yes, there were issues at first but it really isn't that bad. Continuous dream mode and power naps in 2.0 helped tone down the (sometimes necessary) repetitiveness. I think people just like to jump on the trend train of hating a game after their first encounter with a bad rulebook 😂. Which happens very often and to the best of games. Thank you for the video.

[@ManuelMartinez-vh9dz]

What a surprise! My beloved Etherfields #1, 😄. Its very funny to find AH LCG (my favourite game), in a dungeon crawler ranking, you are a brave woman. Very good video. Its the 1st time I see u in youtube, but I will stay here for a while. You have a new subscriber from Spain.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Hello Spanish man :) Indeed, I like to go through dungeons or other labyrinths and sometimes it takes courage to do so ;) I'm glad that you came here and decided to stay. I hope that I will be able to make you interested in something else.

[@saulobertani4347]

Great list. I’d add the D&D adventure system boardgames. They are simple and fun to play…and it really brings the crawling aspect of a dungeon crawl!! 😊

[@alexanderburkhart7798]

Nice list, liked it very much. Got some ideas about with one buying next. I think you missed 1 very important. It's Imperial Assault I know it's old like Descent 2 but Its one of the best.

[@Jezza_One]

Great selection. I own most of these games. Things I would have included are Blackstone Fortress, Midarra and Shadows of Brimstone.

[@GoreStarry]

Love your review!

[@lexiwilson9501]

The countdown and your accent reminds me of the scoring section of Eurovision😁 But seriously I love crawlers and this is great!

[@Olvenskol]

Your presentation and animation are great! By the way, the next time you play a Arkham Horror: LCG campaign, I recommend not replaying scenarios you didn't "win". The campaigns are designed for losses too and work well. They also give you a different look at the story.

[@tobyr21]

Hi, I was surprised and delighted by your #1 pick. I'm waiting eagerly for this game, but I have been worried by comments from people who really don't like it. Thanks for your reassurance. You made me feel more optimistic about really enjoying this game. - toby

[@simpelton524]

I, too, am awaiting the arrival of Etherfields as I opted for single wave shipping. I'm hoping the detractors complaints have been addressed with the rules updates. Either way, I'm excited to get into it when it finally arrives.

[@gargk999]

@@simpelton524 Hi to you and Tobias. I was lucky enough to get my wave 2 copy about a month ago. There is a ton of errata, plus updated cards - and a whole v2.0 version of the rulebook! They have listened to the feedback and adjusted the gameplay. While it's been close to 3 years to get the game, it seems that wave 2 backers are getting an improved version. (Although I believe all the updates/changes will be sent out to wave 1 backers too.)

[@jonlatino9964]

Great job ! Subscribed !

[@annamaria349]

Excellent video.

[@tetrapharmak0n516]

I'm glad your favorite dungeon crawler is... Etherfields ! Because it's mine too, and by a large stretch. I think this game was, and still is, ahead of its time. Like any very innovative product, it received as much hate as love from a conservative community. But as the dust settles, more and more people begin to see its magic, haunting beauty and addictive world.

[@BradLacke]

Same here. I stan Awaken Realms’ weird/difficult games in the face of community criticism any day of the week because they really are that great.

[@hairbrainedgames3127]

Really love this channel. Your presentation and candor and enthusiasm really shine!

[@BattleBornFLB]

I love your accent! Great game list too!

[@LuisPandabmb]

Enjoyed the video. Subbed

[@armstronghawkins9183]

"Folklore". It has more story than Gloomhaven, the convenience of Jaws of the Lion, multiple adventuring mechanics (travel and combat) kinda like Etherfields" and no minis, like Machina Archana, so the price is reasonable : )

[@lovetownsend]

2:06 This is the style I like BIG and CARTOONY lettering. Hate when they have a million tiny details, it's overwhelming.

[@stephengray3401]

Superb, objective review of dungeon crawler style board games all in your none native language. Most impressivel Your enthusiasm is infectious and it is always wonderful to see more women involved in the board game hobby. Not sure others noticed but you also have an impressive array of nail colors. Keep up the great work.

[@akioeda8222]

Thank you for such an amazing 1st place! Etherfields truly is one of a kind game! ❤

[@titansentry14]

My top 5: Warhammer Quest BSF, Massive Darkness 2, Myth, Cthulhu DMD, Descent LotD

[@DevilOfRoses]

Just threw down for a few of the Tiny Epic games, my job sees a solid lull in activity that might see us have time to give those compact games a run during our break.

[@aleksandrnovakov2578]

My cat put a like on this vid, but I agree so I'll leave it. 😂

[@noother0ne298]

This is a great list. I will say I am a bit surprised there is no Imperial Assault or Middara on the list! Both of those are the top of my list.

[@TpDgreat]

thanks for the list,, i never heard about machina arcana before ,,the monsters and theme are so cool and i always appreciate etherfields art cover its kinda magical sad dark and mysterious

[@patriziopastore9895]

nice list!!! I own all of it and much more!!! I recenlty receive Bard Sung and deserve a place there

[@oscarplavalls9076]

I loved to watch your video! And I want to ask to you what's your oppinion about Middara. Thanks!

[@TheFuriousCucumber]

Nice games and cool presentation in an awesome quality ! Thanks to share all that with us. Hello from France.

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thank you for your comment and regards. I visit France sometimes when I go to swonboard :) It's always great.

[@marcinstangel9277]

My personal favourite is: Dungeon and Dragons - Wrath of Arshardalon. It's a great crawler, and a Co-Op as well. Had a lot of fun playing it.

[@nicolacaldart1138]

Thanks, nice videos

[@johnbuccini2665]

Nice list. Love the way you presented it.👍

[@ontableboardgames1087]

Thank you. I am very pleased to read this.