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Quest

Quest

2-6
Players
45
Minutes
8+
Age
1978
Published

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What to Expect

In Quest, you play as knights of the Round Table, each assigned a unique quest. You move across the board encountering fantastic beasts, collecting magic items, and competing in jousts. Once a player completes their quest and returns to the round table, a ten-turn countdown begins for others to finish. Only knights present in Camelot after this period have a chance to win, based on the number of completed feats of arms.

Who Is This Game For?

Quest suits players interested in classic fantasy themes and medieval settings. It is a medium complexity game lasting about 45 minutes, making it accessible for experienced board gamers but less suited for complete beginners or families with young children.

How It Works

The core mechanic is area movement, where players maneuver their knights on the board to complete quests. Players encounter creatures and joust with each other as they race to fulfill their assigned missions. After one player finishes, others have ten rounds to catch up. The winner is the knight with the most feats of arms completed.

Area Movement

What Makes It Special

Designed by Steve Atkinsons and published in 1978, Quest is a classic fantasy board game centered on knights of the Round Table. Its defining mechanic is area movement combined with a race-to-finish element. Although it has no official awards, it represents an early example of medieval fantasy-themed board games.

Pro

  • Classic fantasy theme with knights of the Round Table
  • Clear area movement mechanic
  • Moderate playtime of about 45 minutes
  • Supports 2 to 6 players

Contra

  • No solo mode available
  • No official awards
  • Possibly dated design from 1978

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in a medieval fantasy world focused on the knights of the Round Table. Players undertake quests, face magical creatures, and compete in jousts.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on progressing steadily through your quest while keeping an eye on other knights racing to finish.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

No, Quest is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.

How long does a game really take?

A typical game of Quest lasts about 45 minutes.

What prior experience do I need?

Quest is a medium complexity game best suited for players with some board game experience.

How does this compare to similar games?

Quest combines area movement with a medieval fantasy theme and a race element, distinguishing it from other classic fantasy games.

Is this suitable for families?

With no specified minimum age and medium complexity, Quest is better suited for experienced players than young families.

What mechanic makes it special?

The key mechanic is area movement, requiring strategic positioning of knights on the board.

Fazit

Quest is recommended for fans of classic fantasy board games and those seeking a medium-length, thematic game with area movement. It is less suitable for families or newcomers to board gaming.