HeroQuest Buying Guide

HeroQuest, a pioneering dungeon-crawling board game, rekindled the thrill of tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons over 30 years ago. Players embraced roles like the Barbarian and Elf, experiencing heroic fantasies at their kitchen tables in just a couple of hours—a stark contrast to the lengthy sessions of traditional TTRPGs. Its iconic box overflowing with plastic miniatures and its multi-quest storyline captivated a devoted fanbase, whose enduring enthusiasm prompted Hasbro to revive the game through its HasLab crowdfunding platform. Years after the campaign's success, both new and veteran fans enjoy the newly released HeroQuest and its expanding universe of adventures.

This buyer's guide helps you plan your own heroic escapades against the evil Zargon and his sinister schemes.

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 for newcomers. While it streamlines production by using cardboard tokens instead of plastic miniatures (except for the impressive dragon), it provides a perfect introduction to the core gameplay. For existing owners, the appeal is limited unless you're a completionist, eager for the unique quests, or desire 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 for groups unable to designate one or for solo adventurers. Featuring fully voiced descriptions, it enhances the experience across all game modules 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, offering extra gameplay. Find these quests 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's content and difficulty.

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 hordes. Similar to Kellar’s Keep, it features familiar miniatures and introduces new tiles, creating 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 visually striking expansion.

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 a different aesthetic and gameplay experience.

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 focuses on large-scale combat against ogres, offering a satisfyingly brutal experience.

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 introduces new mechanics and detailed environments, forming the first part of a story concluded in Rise of the Dread Moon.

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

The conclusion to the Mage in the Mirror storyline, introducing new mechanics and a new character class.

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

A Barbarian-focused expansion with unique solo quests and imposing monsters.

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, encounter new enemies, and play as new hero classes.

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)

Adds the Rogue class with unique abilities and multiple miniature sculpts.

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

Introduces the Monk class with elemental abilities and unique combat mechanics.

The End

Hasbro and Avalon Hill continue to support HeroQuest, introducing a new generation to the classic dungeon-crawling experience. While the game's mechanics might feel simplistic to seasoned players, the vibrant community provides ample custom content to enhance gameplay. HeroQuest remains a beloved classic with a bright future.