The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Published 2013

FAQ Q: What happens when the Event deck runs out on Board 4? A: Since there are no Treasures to lose, you instead move the Dragon an additional space to the right. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is an exciting game of adventure in which you join Bilbo Baggins™ and his 13 dwarven companions on their journey through the Mirkwood Forest and Laketown, to the goldfilled caverns of Lonely Mountain. Along the way The Company will encounter spiders, elves, orcs, and finally the dragon Smaug himself. Traverse your way through two boards, each more difficult than the last, with the goal of coming out alive and prepared for the dangers that lie ahead. Your accumulated points at the end of the game will be your group’s mark for finding out how good of a team you really are! New elements not found in the first game include “The Dragon’s Path” and the “Dwarven Barrel Escape.” Each adds new twists and tension to the game. Combine the two games for a wild ride and see how well your team can do! This is a standalone game, but it’s also an expansion to The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Game Box Contains: 2 Game Boards 36 Event Cards 1 Resource Board 2 Treasure Tiles 6 Custom Dice 4 Cheat Sheets 1 Dice Bag 1 Dragon Pawn 14 The Company Tiles 4 Victory Point Markers 10 Resource Tiles 15 Quill Markers 1 Rulebook

Designers

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Game Info

Players
1-4 Players
Time
45-60 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 1.82/5
Year
2013
BGG Rating
6.50
BGG Rank
#10640
Min Age
15+

Frequently Asked Questions

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug supports 1 to 4 players.
A game of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug takes between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on player count and experience.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug has a complexity rating of 1.82/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is 15+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug has a rating of 6.50/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 204 ratings. It is ranked #10640 overall.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug was designed by Reiner Knizia. It was published in 2013.