
- BGG rank
- BGG #5,508
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Tiny Epic Crimes
- 1–4 players
- 30–60 min
- Complexity 2.6/5
- 2023

Rules assistance for Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms
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Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms is an expansion for Tiny Epic Quest released in 2017 for 1–4 players, 30–60 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Scott Almes and its main mechanics are Push Your Luck, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement.
In this mini-expansion the goblins have captured some of the most magical mushroom folk of the land and the heroes that can rescue them will be generously rewarded! Quest for the Golden Mushrooms adds a capture-the-flag element to Tiny Epic Quest, as well as some additional variability through the addition of Golden Grotto Map Cards! Note: This is included in the deluxe edition of Tiny Epic Quest
Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms supports 1–4 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 Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms is 30–60 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 Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms for ages 14 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.
Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms has a complexity rating of 3.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight 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.
Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Dice, and Video Game Theme. Its main mechanics are Push Your Luck, Dice Rolling, and Grid Movement. 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 credited designers of Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms are: Scott Almes. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Tiny Epic Quest: Quest for the Golden Mushrooms as an expansion for Tiny Epic Quest. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Tiny Epic Quest to use it. Check that your edition of Tiny Epic Quest is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.