
- BGG rank
- BGG #19,875
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Volcano Island Countdown
- 2–4 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2012

2002
Rules assistance for Dragon Strike
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Dragon Strike is a board game released in 2002 for 2–4 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Roll / Spin and Move.
From the Box: Bravely enter the dragon's cave in search of the precious jewels. The race back to the cave entrance and hide them from the other players! Will you be able to make it back safely? Beware you must avoid the dragon - or else he may swipe the jewels away before you can escape! Once you've collected all of your jewels go back for the golden eggs and hope that your opponents don't steal them from you! Not to be confused with TSR's game of the same name.
Dragon Strike supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Dragon Strike is 90 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Dragon Strike for ages 6 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Dragon Strike has a complexity rating of 1.1 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Dragon Strike belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Children's Game, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Roll / Spin and Move. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Dragon Strike as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.