How many players can play War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time?

War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time supports 2 to 4 players.

How long does a game of War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time take?

A typical game of War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time takes approximately 90 minutes.

What are the best video reviews of War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time?

MindForge has curated 8 video reviews of War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time from top board game content creators.

War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time - Board Game

Video QJWm0r5mB4Y Man vs Meeple Analysis at 2:29 sentiment: positive

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

speaker worked on the game

Cons

none

Thematic elements

Wheel of Time

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Mechanics unknown.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Gen Con is about the games first and foremost.
This is probably my number one game that I'm looking forward to.
The box is one of the best boxes right now in board games.
This is what looks to be a wildly open world sandbox game.
Everyone was loving it.
So, I think everyone in the industry is looking forward to this thing.
I don't think this is It is just demo cuz I think it's going to be potentially available for pick up at Essen.
It just adds a ton of new cards without complicating the game.
This looks really cool.
Gen Con Saturday night, from 7:00 to 11:00.
Last year was such a good time.
We're not giving away Galactic Cruise Excursions.
Make sure everyone has fun at the table and at our party, and hopefully we'll see you there.

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Video nhf-o_HZ8ic The Dice Tower News at 24:57 sentiment: positive

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

interesting
sounds good
two-player only game
looks good
Dire Wolf knows what they're doing

Cons

none

Thematic elements

epic fantasy battles
Wheel of Time series

Comparison games

Dune

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Area Control — Features area control mechanics.
Set Collection — Features set collection mechanics.
Tableau Building — Features tableau building mechanics.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

He ran the GameCabinet, which I was showing you a shot of here. And this is what I looked for when I first started playing the new modern games.
So, Osprey Games, you might think, oh, they only board games? No, they used to and still do a bunch of war game or war books.
But now the original people Chris Badell and Paul Bender have it back along with the Sentinels of the Multiverse IP.
It's from the two people that invented that, Homestar Runner.
Companies Companies are now realizing that they're going to take every popular video game and turn them into board games because it's working.
So, I'm assuming it's a lot stronger now. It wasn't one of their earliest if not technically the first one and I'm sure by now they've developed it quite a bit.
If you don't know what Teburu is, it is the big giant board.
If you don't know what Mark Rosewater is, if you're in the board game world, but if you are a Magic the Gathering player, you know who he is because he is probably the most important person in Magic the Gathering history, even more so than the designer Richard Garfield.
If you took 28 years to make a little 133 card card game, it's one of two things. You suck at it, right, and you should never do it, or your game is you you put in 3 minutes a week.
The stretchiest of stretches.

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Video A6N4R1gNSsI Man vs Meeple Review at 0:19 sentiment: positive

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Captures the thematic feel of Wheel of Time.
Offers two game modes: epic and hero mode, catering to different player preferences.
Asymmetric starts and objectives provide variety.
Tableau building and hand management offer strategic depth.
The epic mode battles are described as strategic and engaging, with a mind game element.
The game can inspire interest in the Wheel of Time books.
High thematic integration with cards, events, and artwork all tied to the books.

Cons

Epic mode playtime is longer than hero mode.
Hero mode combat is deterministic and happens quickly.
The complexity of managing multiple objectives ('keeping all the plates spinning') can be challenging.

Thematic elements

The forces of light and darkness in The Wheel of Time
The Wheel of Time universe

Comparison games

War of the Ring
Star Wars Rebellion
Clank legacy

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

action selection — On your turn, you 'choose one of these actions,' with limitations and costs based on other players' presence and previous actions.
Area Control — Players fight for control of sections of the map to gain support and points.
Asymmetric gameplay — Players have asymmetric starts with different decks and objectives.
Dice combat (inferred) — While direct combat in hero mode is deterministic, epic mode involves a 'giant battle' with army cards and strength comparisons, suggesting a system for resolving conflicts.
Hand Management — Managing cards in hand is an important part of the game.
Objective Completion — Missions and event cards provide objectives to complete for rewards and points.
Set Collection — Players collect corruption markers and allies to build their tableau and achieve objectives.
Tableau Building — Players collect allies and add them to their player board, gaining abilities and improving actions.
Variable player powers — The different modes (hero/epic) and sides (light/shadow) have distinct focuses and mechanics.
war game — Described as a 'big epic two-player war game.'

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

War of the Dragon, the Wheel of Time. I know you're a giant fan. The Wheel of Time.
This was a labor of absolute love from everyone involved. Huge group of Wheel of Time fans.
All everything in this game is based on something from the books and we didn't take a lot of liberties.
The Pit of Doom. This card's called Rats and Ravens: The Shadows Touch.
We designed a Wheel of Time game for us for for people that love Wheel of Time. But we also wanted to make sure that gamers would have a lot of fun with it because we're gamers at our hearts, too.

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Video XRGwULEyLfQ The Board Gaming Doctor Discussion at 0:13 sentiment: positive

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Thematic integration with The Wheel of Time IP.
Intriguing mechanics like shared action board with opponent costs, area control, and track advancement.
Two distinct play modes (Hero and Epic) offering different experiences.
Potential for deep tactical gameplay, especially in Epic mode.
High potential for component quality and thematic art.
Versatile player counts (2-player and 4-player 2v2).

Cons

High price point for the base game and deluxe versions.
Not yet playable digitally or with a print-and-play version, making it difficult to test before backing.
No solo mode mentioned, making it less appealing for solo players.
Still a work in progress with potential for changes.
High complexity might be off-putting for non-hobby gamers.

Thematic elements

The War of the Dragon
The Wheel of Time

Comparison games

Clank Legacy
Plays for All My Books
Brass Pittsburgh
Star Wars Rebellion
War of the Ring
War of the Ring (card game)
Air, Land, and Sea
The Old King's Crown
Sweetlands
Dune: Imperium

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

action selection — Players play cards onto a shared action board, choosing from five main actions, with opponents potentially paying a cost to use the same action.
Area Control — Players move characters around a map, reinforcing areas and controlling territories for endgame scoring.
Asymmetric gameplay — Players start with different decks and play as opposing forces (light vs. dark).
bluffing/deduction — The epic mode's final battle involves blindly placing cards and resolving them tactically, similar to lane battlers where bluffing is involved.
Deck Building — Players start with asymmetric starting decks and draw cards to play.
Mission/Objective Fulfillment — Hero mode involves setting up mission cards and playing through chapters to accomplish goals for points.
Tableau Building — Players add cards to their tableau, which have icons that enhance actions and score victory points.
Track Advancement — Both light and dark sides progress up tracks, gaining victory points for advancement.
Variable player powers — Implied through asymmetric starting decks and different sides (light/dark) with unique mechanics like spreading corruption.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

And so the major thing about this game and and I'll go into some other comparisons later after we look through the rule book is that there are two modes to play in this game. There's a hero mode and epic mode.
And so it's got that element of understanding what you want to do and trying to beat out your opponent for the uh most, you know, and being the most efficient uh with your action selection and prioritizing correctly in order to save resources.
This really kind of when I made my video on Brass Pittsburgh and looked at the prices for that game, the essential version versus the decked out, blinged out version of the game as well. It was quite expensive and that is definitely a reflection of of the economy these days.
But in addition to that, we know that this game will come to retail. It's coming from Dire Wolf. It's, you know, a very established company. They have a ton of games, Dune, Imperium, Clank, etc. that are, you know, our favorites in the hobby.
So, it it does remind me of a lot of good games, but yeah, like because this game is coming to retail and I'm I'm not the deepest fan of The Wheel of Time, I think I think if this were like a Brandon Sand like the Brandon Sanderson game that's coming out later this year, I might consider the upgradeable aspects of the game. But for me, I think I'm okay to wait.

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Video 9HyfqSE66eQ Bower's Game Corner Preview at 36:44 sentiment: negative

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Overall sentiment (raw)

negative

Pros

Adapted from a popular IP (The Wheel of Time series)
From publishers of popular games like Dune: Imperium and Clank
Appears to have nice miniatures
Features multiple game modes (Hero mode, Epic mode)
Board looks fun, similar to Splendor-ish set collection with special abilities
Has a deluxe and standard edition
Includes 500 cards in the deluxe edition, which adds value
The map art print is mentioned as a nice item
The component upgrade pack is available
The base game price is around $100-$105 for the standee version
The deluxe version adds $30
Shipping prices are somewhat differentiated by region
There are 30 miniatures in the deluxe version

Cons

Terrible main image and overall page presentation
Lack of essential information in the initial presentation (components, mechanisms, player count, time, age, price, expansions, stretch goals)
Extremely poor and short promotional video
Significant customer service issues with fulfillment of previous games
Lack of communication and updates on shipping for previous games
High price point for the base game and deluxe options
The $289 pledge level is seen as excessive, even with the Wheel of Time IP
The value proposition for add-ons and higher pledge levels is unclear
The number of cards and miniatures is not clearly communicated
The presentation of components like coins is generic
The map art print is overpriced compared to what can be printed elsewhere
The neoprene playmat size is not clearly shown
The box does not look like a $90 item
The featured pledge level was not obvious
The number of miniatures in the deluxe pledge is not clearly stated
The FAQ section is unorganized
The rulebook was released late
The solo mode feels like an afterthought
No stretch goals or unlocks
The BGG link for playtime is suggested instead of providing it directly
The company behind the Kickstarter (Pulling Power Media) seems to be a digital advertising agency, raising questions about their board game production experience.

Thematic elements

Based on Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series

Comparison games

Dune: Imperium
Clank
Splendor

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Area Control — Implied by the description of the board.
Deck Building — Mentioned in relation to Clank and Dune: Imperium.
Press Your Luck — Mentioned in relation to Dune: Imperium.
Rondel — Mentioned as a possible mechanic based on the player board.
Set Collection — Implied by the comparison to Splendor.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

"Terrible main image."
"This video is so bad."
"The fact that people have to pound on your door to get the bare minimum, which is a rule booklet for your $90 overpriced game."
"You did a terrible job selling every aspect of your game, but thank goodness you have the Wheel of Time."
"Do I want it? No. I do not."
"Final grade for War of the Dragon of the Wheel of Time, I'm going with a D."
"D minus, let's get out of here before I somehow drag it down to an F."

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Video MbAFhENUOBs Bower's Game Corner Review at 2:15 sentiment: negative

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Overall sentiment (raw)

negative

Pros

none

Cons

Uninspiring main image and description
Nothing burger of a video
Price does not feel good
Lack of component showcasing
Rule booklet had to be asked for
Solo mode feels slapped on
No stretch goals, no unlocks
Reeks of not being Kickstarter standard
Manufacturing perspective is unimpressive
Components do not appear expensive to manufacture
Does not feel like a $90 or $120 game
Terrible map reveal
Poorly handled promotion by the creators

Thematic elements

Wheel of Time

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

miniatures — The game features a significant number of miniatures, which were not effectively spotlighted in the promotional material.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

From an uninspiring main image to an uninspiring description to an completely nothing burger of a video that does nothing more than waste 48 seconds of your time to a price that does not feel good and you don't explain to me why I should want this by showcasing components or anything by the fact that we had to ask for a rule booklet.
No stretch goals, no unlocks, no exciting things, just the bare freaking minimum in so many different aspects.
final grade for War of the Dragon, the Wheel of Time. I'm going with a D.
Just you being unaware THAT YOU SHOULD SPOTLIGHT YOUR MINIS is just duh. The letter D just KEEPS COMING UP. D MINUS.

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Video Kb73tX0ZEY4 The Dice Tower Rules Teach at 0:42 sentiment: positive

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Covers the entire series.
Lots of cool miniatures and components (in the Kickstarter version).
Engaging mechanics like area control and card play.
Thematic integration with the Wheel of Time lore.
Epic scope and grand conflict.

Cons

Game is not final (Kickstarter version).
Art is not complete on some cards.
Pronunciation of names can be difficult.

Thematic elements

The Wheel of Time series, focusing on the conflict between good and evil and major events from the books.
The entire Wheel of Time series, starting from the end of book four up to the last battle (book 13).

Comparison games

Clank
Dune Imperium
Dune Imperium Uprising

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Area Control — Players compete to control different areas on the board, which influences scoring and grants benefits.
Card Play — Players play cards from their hand to take actions and gain abilities.
Character upgrades — Certain characters can be upgraded to higher levels, gaining improved stats or abilities.
Combat — Battles are resolved by deploying armies to different zones, comparing power and attack/shield icons, with casualties taken by the losing side.
Hand Management — Players draw cards and must strategically choose which ones to play for actions or at the end of the round for movement on the Wheel.
Mission Completion — Players gain influence on missions, with the player having the most influence receiving a bonus at the end of the round.
Push Your Luck — Some mechanics, like drawing from the dark one's prison, involve resolving a card that could have positive or negative effects.
Set Collection — Collecting specific icons (e.g., scroll, seal) in one's pattern can enhance actions or grant bonuses.
Track Advancement — Players advance markers on various tracks, such as the shadow corruption tracker and the tower track, which grant benefits or points.
Worker Placement — Players place pawns on action spaces, with increasing costs for occupying already taken spots.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

This is War of the Dragon, The Wheel of Time from Direwolf.
This game is not final. It is on Kickstarter right now. You can back it.
This game here is covering the entire series.
The actions again are ally, mobilize, reinforce, consolidate, and weave.
The black aer those are the ones who secretly worship the shaden.
If you play with Tom you he'll tell you stories about the books which I actually really liked.
The wheel is always turning.

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Overall sentiment (raw)

neutral

Pros

First board game set in the Wheel of Time universe.

Cons

Very little information available about the game.

Thematic elements

fighting against evil or being evil for the world
Wheel of Time universe

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Area Control — Mentioned as a mechanic in the game.
Tableau Building — Mentioned as a mechanic in the game.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

World Order is the uh spiritual successor to hegemony.
Lead your country to victory.
It seems really really interesting.
This is rebirth.
Very simple rule set.
Very beautiful board and stuff.
Never not amazed by Kenitzia's ability to create games like that that are just really simple, but they're deeper than you think.
Moon Colony Blood Bath.
I love the campiness of the theme.
It's a silly theme.
This deck throughout the game is just getting bigger and bigger and bigger.
It's really fun because you get to play with it and it's just so silly the concept of the game.
My best of the month is actually going to be uh something that I've wanted to play for a long time and playing a bit uh at home. This is Arkham Horror, the card game.
My favorite is going to be a game called Frosted Blooms.
It's really, really tough. But I really liked it. It's just one of those simple polyomo tile laying games. I just am so charmed by these kinds of games.

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War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time