Coming Soon: Gloomhaven Second Edition

The highly anticipated Gloomhaven Second Edition is almost here, bringing a wealth of updates and enhancements to the beloved cooperative dungeon crawler. This revamped edition introduces rebalanced heroes, redesigned scenarios, and improved monster behavior—along with exciting new content that deepens both gameplay and storytelling.

One of the standout additions is the inclusion of faction reputation, a new mechanic that adds strategic complexity and narrative depth. Players can also look forward to over 120 new narrative text sections that expand the lore and immersion beyond the core scenario scripts.

Gloomhaven 2nd Edition was successfully funded via crowdfunding, raising over $5 million from nearly 35,000 backers—each pledging an average of $146. As with the original, the game supports 1 to 4 players, and includes a solo mode for those who prefer to tackle adventures alone. Sessions typically last between 1 to 2 hours. The suggested retail price is $180.

This new edition follows the success of earlier releases in the Gloomhaven series, including the original base game, the Forgotten Circles expansion, and Jaws of the Lion—a standalone prequel designed to introduce new players to the Gloomhaven universe with simplified rules and quicker setup.

Whether you're a returning fan or new to the franchise, Gloomhaven Second Edition promises an even richer tactical and narrative experience in one of the most acclaimed board games of all time.