Bloodborne: The Board Game
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 75 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.1 / 5
- Year
- 2021
About the game
Bloodborne: The Board Game brings the atmospheric video game's plague-ridden city of Yharnam to the table as a campaign-based cooperative adventure. Players take on Hunters wielding unique Trick Weapons with multiple forms, fighting beasts and monsters while uncovering the mysteries behind the spreading madness. Card-driven combat replaces dice luck with tactical decision-making, so success hinges on your choices rather than chance. Death sends Hunters back to the Hunter's Dream to try again, but time still marches on as the Blood Moon rises. It's a faithful, punishing adaptation for fans of the source game's atmosphere.
Hobbli's Notes
Bloodborne: The Board Game captures the game's oppressive atmosphere remarkably well, and the card-driven combat gives fights real tactical weight instead of relying on dice. It's a demanding, campaign-length experience that rewards learning enemy patterns. A strong pick for fans of the video game or challenging cooperative dungeon crawlers in general.
What we like
- Faithful adaptation of Bloodborne's atmosphere and combat feel.
- Deep card-driven tactical combat system.
- Strong solo and cooperative play options.
- Rich campaign narrative with meaningful choices.
Keep in mind
- High difficulty and punishing combat may frustrate casual players.
- Heavy component and setup investment.
- Campaign length is a significant time commitment.
Who it's for
Fans of atmospheric cooperative dungeon crawlers aged 14 and up, best for a group of 2-4 or solo play.
