Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Funko Games Announces New Partnership With Lucasfilm To Bring Adventure Home In Line Of Indiana Jones Board Games

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Funko Games today unveiled four brand-new games inspired by the world of Indiana Jones, three of which hit shelves today, April 10. The award-winning tabletop gaming studio has developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm a creative and diverse set of titles bound to satisfy gamers and Indiana Jones fans of all ages and experience levels, ranging from intricate strategy adventures to outrageous party games.

Out today, Indiana Jones Cryptic is the first in a new interactive mystery game line of “Puzzles and Pathways Adventures” from Funko Games. In Indiana Jones Cryptic, players follow clues from Dr. Jones’ journal to solve a wide variety of intricate challenges across three separate adventures based on the first three films, using their logic, deduction, and creative thinking. When the journey inevitably leads them into dangerous situations, players must draw their way through tombs, temples, and more while avoiding traps and enemies along the way.

Indiana Jones Cryptic box and contents

Also available today are Indiana Jones: Throw Me the Idol!, a frenetic party game featuring physical action and card play in a race against the other team, and Something Wild!: Indiana Jones, the latest entry in Funko Games’ casual card game series that offers a unique Indiana Jones-themed Pocket Pop! character game piece used in gameplay.

Indiana Jones: Throw Me the Idol box and contents

“Collaborating with Lucasfilm on Indiana Jones has been a dream, with the whole Funko Games team flexing their creative muscles as we designed a truly original slate of games,” said Deirdre Cross, Head of Funko Games. “Our new product line captures the excitement and adventure of the Indiana Jones franchise while also providing a broad range of fun and challenging gameplay experiences for players of all levels.”

And coming soon to Target stores, Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure brings an immersive strategy experience to fans on June 18 as they step into the shoes of Indiana Jones, Sallah, Marion Ravenwood, and Marcus Brody in a timed battle against their greatest enemies to save the Ark of the Covenant. A variable setup and unique character powers change the game every session, as players work together to defeat their foes using whatever cards they’re dealt.

Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure box and contents

Additional details about all the new Indiana Jones game titles include:

Indiana Jones Cryptic box

Face booby traps, menacing villains, and supernatural threats in this puzzle-filled, action-packed “escape room” game. Using Dr. Jones’ journal as your guide, you’ll decipher ancient texts, uncover valuable clues, and defeat unknown evils with logic, deduction, and creative thinking. Plus, you’ll navigate trap-filled temples and mysterious jungles by drawing your route through perilous maps. Choose wisely, and you’ll find fortune and glory in this unforgettable adventure!

  • Ages 10+
  • 1 or more players
  • MSRP: $34.99 USD
  • Out today!

Do you dare to enter the temple? Thrilling physical action and blazing bouts of card play await you! In this race for fortune and glory, two teams are pitted against each other—Indiana Jones versus his bitter rival Belloq! Gain the most points by outmaneuvering your opponents in twelve laughter-filled, out-of-your-seat challenges that will keep everyone on the team involved!

Variable setup and game phases create a new experience for every game session, with players using custom components to reenact moments from the classic films. Sneak past your opponents’ arrows, endure spine-tingling peril, and grab the iconic Golden Idol without getting caught to claim victory against your rivals!

  • Ages 7+
  • 2–10 players
  • MSRP: $22.99 USD 
  • Out today!

Something Wild!: Indiana Jones

Something Wild!: Indiana Jones box


A fast-paced, light card game for the whole family! Featuring a collectible Indiana Jones Pocket Pop! figure, as well as cards featuring everyone’s favorite characters from the classic Indiana Jones films. Play these Character Cards in sets and runs to score points, while Power Cards add fun new twists to the classic card gameplay. 

Combine with other Something Wild! games to add more characters, Pop! movers, and Powers to your game!

  • Ages 6+
  • 2–4 players
  • MSRP: $8.99 USD
  • Out today!
  • Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure
Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure box

Time is running out, and it’s up to Indiana Jones and his friends to rescue the Ark of the Covenant before it falls into the wrong hands! Scour ancient Tanis to find the elusive relic, while building up your strength and resources. But beware—if the sand timer suddenly swings over, it triggers a race to survive! Battle the scheming Colonel Dietrich, the dangerous Major Toht, and the ruthless Dr. René Belloq to save the Ark!

  • Ages 8+
  • 2–4 players
  • MSRP: $29.99 USD
  • Available June 18, 2023 at Target

Images via Funko Games and Lucasfilm

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