Hobbit There and Back again

An Epic Journey in Dice and Pages

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Middle‑earth with The Hobbit: There & Back Again, a competitive (and solo‑capable) dice‑drafting, route‑building board game where 1‑4 players follow the footsteps of Bilbo and the dwarves toward the Lonely Mountain—and attempt the return.

Why You’ll Love It

• Story‑driven chapters: The game is structured around eight iconic challenges from the tale of The Hobbit — including trolls, goblins, wargs, giant spiders, the dwarves’ treasure, and the dragon Smaug.
• Dice drafting and route building: Players roll a pool of dice, then take turns selecting dice to build a “pathway” on their adventure book (player board), collect resources and take actions to reach chapter goals.
• Solo & scalable difficulty: Although competitive by default, it supports solo play and has optional rules to increase challenge for seasoned players.
• Accessible yet thematic: With playing time around 30 minutes, it suits both casual play and thematic gaming for fans of the story.

What’s in the Box

• Adventure books / boards (one per player), each structured by chapters
• A pool of custom dice
• Resource tokens and action markers
• Dry‑erase markers (used to mark your pathway in each chapter)
• Rulebook and scenario/chapter guide
• Solo rules and difficulty escalation components

Specifications

• Players: 1‑4
• Ages: 10+
• Playtime: Approximately 30 minutes
• Designer: Reiner Knizia
• Release Date: October 24, 2025

Closing Statement

Whether you're a long‑time admirer of Tolkien’s world or a board game fan seeking a compact but rich adventure, The Hobbit: There & Back Again brings the journey to the table in a fresh format. Roll the dice, chart your route, face the perils of Middle‑earth—and see who makes it there… and back again.