DOOM: The Board Game
- Designer Jonathan Ying
- Publisher Fantasy Flight Games , ADC Blackfire Entertainment , Asterion Press , Bethesda Softworks, LLC , Edge Entertainment
- Illustration Zoe Robinson , Ben Zweifel
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In DOOM: The Board Game, players engage in fierce battles between elite marines and demonic forces. One player controls the demons while up to four others cooperate as marines. The game features modular maps, custom dice, and deck, bag, and pool building mechanics to complete missions like restoring power or venturing into Hell's depths.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players aged 14 and up who enjoy complex tactical combat and a mix of cooperative and competitive gameplay. With a typical playtime of around 180 minutes, it suits longer gaming sessions. Prior experience with tactical miniatures or dungeon crawlers is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
DOOM combines grid movement and team-based gameplay where one player commands demons against marine players. Players manage actions through deck, bag, and pool building and hand management, while a modular board offers varied scenarios. Combat is resolved with custom dice to create tactical depth.
What Makes It Special
Jonathan Ying’s design merges the iconic DOOM video game universe with classic dungeon crawler mechanics and a one-versus-many team structure. Though it has no listed awards, its combination of miniatures and cooperative-competitive play distinguishes it within the dungeon crawler genre.
Pro
- Tactical depth from grid movement and hand management
- Cooperative and competitive team play for 2-5 players
- Modular board increases replayability
- Strong thematic connection to DOOM video games
Contra
- Long playtime of around 180 minutes
- Complex rules require time to learn
- Age limit of 14+, not suitable for younger children
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the dark sci-fi horror world of DOOM, where marines battle hordes of demons across industrial facilities and hellish realms.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to learn the rules and start with basic operations to gradually understand the mechanics.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
The game is designed for 2-5 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 180 minutes, suitable for extended gaming sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Some experience with tactical miniatures or dungeon crawlers is helpful but not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
DOOM blends cooperative team play with one-versus-many mechanics on a modular board with miniatures.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it is better suited for experienced players than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The use of deck, bag, and pool building combined with grid movement and team-based gameplay provides tactical variety.
Fazit
DOOM: The Board Game is recommended for fans of tactical miniatures and team combat willing to commit to longer sessions. Its complexity and duration might be challenging for casual players.
