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HeroQuest Buying Guide

Author : Samuel Mar 19,2025

HeroQuest, a pioneering dungeon-crawling board game, rekindled the magic of tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons over 30 years ago. Players stepped into the roles of mighty Barbarian or spell-casting Elf, experiencing heroic adventures around the kitchen table in a fraction of the time it takes for a traditional TTRPG. The iconic box, brimming with plastic miniatures and a multi-quest storyline, captivated players, fostering a dedicated fanbase that championed its return through Hasbro's HasLab crowdfunding campaign.

Years later, new and seasoned fans alike enjoy the revived HeroQuest and its expanding universe. 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.

The HeroQuest Game System is essential. All expansions require the base game – no standalone adventures 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. While many miniatures are replaced with cardboard tokens, it provides a great introduction to the core gameplay. It's fully compatible with all other HeroQuest content, making it an ideal starting point unless you're already a fan.

The App

MSRP: Free

The official HeroQuest companion app automates the Game Master role, perfect for groups without a designated GM or solo players. It features fully voiced descriptions and supports all expansions.

The Online Quests

MSRP: Free

Avalon Hill offers 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

HeroQuest: Kellar's Keep Expansion

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 a classic expansion, Kellar’s Keep extends the base game with similar monsters and a manageable difficulty increase.

HeroQuest: Return of The Witch Lord Quest Pack

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 monsters and new tiles, offering a satisfying continuation of the storyline.

HeroQuest: Prophecy of Telor Quest Pack

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.

Introducing the Warlock class and translucent orange monsters, Prophecy of Telor offers a unique gameplay experience.

HeroQuest: Spirit Queen's Torment Quest Pack

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 features translucent teal monsters, a new Bard class, and dark magic adventures.

Heroquest: Against The Ogre Horde Quest Pack

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, Against the Ogre Horde offers a high-intensity battle experience with impressive Ogre miniatures and a new Druid class.

HeroQuest: The Mage of The Mirror Quest Pack

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, new Elf class cards, and detailed environment objects. It's part one of a story concluded in Rise of the Dread Moon.

HeroQuest Rise of The Dread Moon Quest Pack

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 Knight class. Best played after The Mage in the Mirror.

HeroQuest: The Frozen Horror Quest Pack

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 featuring icy blue war bears and the imposing Frozen Horror. Includes solo character quests.

HeroQuest Jungles of Delthrak Quest Pack

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, fight new enemies, and play as the Berserker or Explorer classes.

Character Packs

HeroQuest Hero Collection: The Rogue Heir of Elethorn Figures

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 two unique miniature sculpts.

HeroQuest Hero Collection: Path of The Wandering Monk Figures

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, a unique elemental-based fighter.

The End

Hasbro and Avalon Hill continue to support HeroQuest, introducing a new generation to the classic dungeon-crawling experience. While the core mechanics might be simple for experienced players, the community offers custom rules and quests to enhance the game. HeroQuest's future remains bright.