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The Vortex advances. The Tyrant waits. You have sixty minutes to save the world — or at least try to, together.
What it's about
A dungeon that never repeats, a Vortex that waits for no one
Boktor is a cooperative dungeon crawler designed by Ludovic Adam, with illustrations by Kyrie Escala, published by Fox Troll Games. Up to six legendary heroes explore a dynamically generated dungeon tile by tile — every game is a different maze, every choice can bring you closer to victory or hasten catastrophe.
The Vortex is your true adversary: a cosmic clock counting down the remaining turns. The longer you wait, the more dangerous it becomes. You can power up heroes, collect elemental abilities, and build devastating combos with your allies — but time is the game's most precious resource.
This edition includes all additional stretch goals and exclusive content unlocked on Gamefound: a complete package that requires no future purchases to be fully enjoyed.
A dungeon crawler that explains itself in five minutes and leaves you with stories to tell for weeks — that devastating combo, that elemental ability at just the right moment, that Tyrant defeated at the last breath.
Boktor's secret in one line
The Vortex doesn't wait. This constant pressure turns every turn into a real tactical decision — do you rush towards the Tyrant or stop to grow stronger, knowing that time is ticking for everyone?
From the game experience
Boktor
The Vortex shows no mercy even when alone. The solo experience is complete and engaging — the dynamically generated dungeon keeps the tension high even without teammates.
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What you control in each mission
Legendary Heroes
Each hero has a dedicated board with energy and life trackers. Unique abilities combine with those of allies to create devastating synergies.
The Vortex
The true antagonist. Advances every turn and becomes more dangerous over time. Every decision is a race against the elemental collapse of the world.
Modular Dungeon
Tiles are revealed one by one. Each tile hides enemies, dangers, and rewards. You'll never know what awaits you around the corner.
4 Tyrants to Defeat
Four final bosses with unique mechanics. The strategy that works against one might not be enough against another. Each Tyrant is a different challenge.
In a few hours, you'll have defeated a Tyrant, or the Vortex will have swallowed everything. In either case, you'll already be planning the rematch.
📖RulebookEnglish · Official PDF
A mission in five moments
What happens at the table
Not the rules. The experience.
The heroes enter the dungeon
Choose your heroes, place the first tiles, watch the Vortex on the tracker. Everyone already has an idea of where they want to go. Some aim for the heart of the dungeon, some want to explore the edges first. The plan is already being debated before the first turn even begins.
The first tiles are revealed
Flip the first tile: enemies. Then another: a trap. Then the third: a game-changing reward. Someone powers up, someone fights. The Vortex has risen a level. The question is no longer where to go — it's how fast you need to do it.
The combo no one saw coming
One hero uses an elemental ability. Another powers it up during their own turn — that thing you can do even when it's not your turn, that changes everything. Three enemies fall in one action. The table pauses for a second. Then erupts in shouts. That combo becomes legend for the rest of the evening.
The Vortex tightens, the Tyrant waits
The Vortex tracker is now dangerous. You have almost all the power-ups you wanted, but not all. The debate is heated: do we approach now with what we have, or risk another round of exploration? This decision will define the game.
The final confrontation with the Tyrant
You're there. The boss is in front. Everyone knows what to do, everyone hopes the others do it at the right moments. Cooperation is total. Either the Tyrant falls and the Vortex stops — or the game ends with shouts, laughter, and the certainty that next time it will be different.
How to play
The flow of each round
Four repeating phases. Learned in five minutes, mastered in three games.
Heroes move through the dungeon. Each new tile discovered reveals enemies, dangers, rewards, or empty corridors — you never know the dungeon in advance.
Each hero uses their abilities: attack, gather resources, power up companions, or use elemental magic. You can also intervene during other players' turns.
Monsters move and attack according to simple, predictable rules. Good positioning makes the difference between an easy turn and a desperate situation.
The tracker rises. The higher it is, the more dangerous the Vortex becomes. There is no safe position — sooner or later you must face the Tyrant. Time does not wait.
Why it's different from others
Six mechanics that make a difference
The Vortex as a narrative clock
There isn't a maximum round printed in the rulebook — there's the Vortex that grows, intensifies, and ultimately overwhelms you if you wait too long. A visual and tangible pressure that changes every decision.
Out-of-turn actions
You can interact with companions and support them even when it's not your turn. The game never stops — everyone is always involved, no one passively waits.
Combinable elemental magic
Fire, water, earth, air — each hero masters different elements that power each other up. Building inter-hero combos is the core of the game's tactical progression.
Dungeon that never repeats
The tiles are modular, and their arrangement changes every game. There's no "optimal map" to memorize — every mission is a first time.
Four Tyrants with unique mechanics
Each final boss requires a different approach. The winning strategy against Krinor the Tyrant might not work at all against another. Four different endings, four different challenges.
Complete edition, immediately
All stretch goals and exclusive Gamefound content are included. It's not a base version — it's the game in its richest form, without add-ons to search for separately.
How it ends
Win together or fall together
Boktor is pure cooperative — you either all win or all lose. There are no "second place" finishers.
Victory
- Defeat the Tyrant before the Vortex reaches critical level
- All heroes survive the final confrontation
- Triumph is collective: either the group wins, or no one wins
Defeat
- The Vortex reaches its maximum level before defeating the Tyrant
- All heroes are eliminated during the mission
- There's no second chance — but a rematch is always immediate and tempting
Boktor is the dungeon crawler you looked for when you didn't want to spend an hour reading the rulebook and three hours setting up. Real action, real decisions, real stories — in less than sixty minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ about Boktor
What sets it apart from other dungeon crawlers on the market?
The combination of three rare elements together: very fast setup, rules in five minutes, and real time pressure embodied by the Vortex. Most dungeon crawlers require an hour of preparation for an hour of gameplay. Boktor reverses the ratio: ten minutes of setup for sixty minutes of pure adrenaline.
Does it really work well solo?
Yes. The solo mode is official and complete — it's not a secondary adaptation. The Vortex doesn't become more lenient alone: the pressure is identical, all tactical decisions are yours. It's a different experience from multiplayer but equally engaging.
Is it suitable for those who have never played a dungeon crawler?
Yes. The rules are designed to be explained in five minutes and played immediately. The text on the box says "easy to learn, hard to master" — and it's accurate. The first game flows naturally even for those new to the genre.
With how many players does it work best?
With 3-4 players, the best balance between coordination and tactical chaos is found. With 5-6, it becomes more complex to coordinate, but the epic scale of the conflict increases. With 2, it's faster and more tactical. Solo, every choice weighs double. It works well in all formats.
Does this edition include Gamefound content?
Yes. This is the complete edition with all stretch goals and exclusive content unlocked during the Gamefound campaign. It is not necessary to purchase anything separately to have the game in its richest version.
Is the rulebook only in English?
This is the English edition. The rules are linear and the technical language is simple — an advanced level of English is not required to play. The complete rulebook is available for free download in PDF from the link on the product page.
Boktor is a cooperative dungeon crawler board game for 1–6 players (ages 10+, duration ~45 min). Designed by Ludovic Adam, illustrations by Kyrie Escala, published by Fox Troll Games. Main mechanics: modular tile exploration, hero progression, cooperative out-of-turn interaction, boss fight against the Tyrant. The Vortex is a time pressure mechanism that scales throughout the game. Gamefound Deluxe Edition with all exclusive content included. Official solo mode. 4 Tyrants with unique mechanics, combinable elemental abilities, dynamically generated dungeon. English edition. Available on FroGames.it.
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