D&D Lords of Waterdeep

Turn-based board game about gaining influence through quests and intrigue

Playdek, Inc. · Released Sep 1, 2017

Reviews: Very Positive; 94% of 1,659
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 19; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 4 years ago; Mar 3, 2022

What is D&D Lords of Waterdeep?

In this turn-based digital board game, you play a masked lord seeking control of the fantasy city of Waterdeep. Over eight rounds, you assign agents to recruit adventurers or buy buildings, complete quests, and play Intrigue cards to gain points or interfere with rivals. You can play against computer opponents or other players, and the highest score wins.

For you if...

+you enjoy turn-based worker placement and resource management
+you want to play board games with distant friends
+you like finding different ways to score points

Not for you if...

−you want fast action instead of turn-based planning
−you dislike opponents blocking your plans with cards and agents
−you prefer open-ended play over fixed-round matches

What players say

94% of 1,659 reviews are positive

Players praise its close adaptation of the tabletop game, strategic choices, and online play with friends. Some report awkward or glitchy controls and find the computer opponents too weak.

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D&D Lords of Waterdeep system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 7 SP1+
Processor: Intel Pentium or AMD equivalent
Graphics: nVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 256mb or ATI Radeon HD 5670 256mb or Intel HD Graphics 4600
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Storage: 500 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0
Notes: While Network Connection is not required it is recommended