Bullet★
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 1 player
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 15 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.1 / 5
- Year
- 2022
About the game
Bullet★ casts players as powerful heroines dodging a screen-filling curtain of bullets in real time, forming patterns and clearing danger while blasting back at opponents. Each heroine has a unique dynamic power, from fireworks to zombies, changing how every match plays out. With four modes including solo Score Attack, free-for-all, teams, and Boss Mode, the game adapts to different group sizes and moods. Combining it with its companion title Bullet♥︎ pushes support up to eight players for chaotic party-scale bullet-hell action.
Hobbli's Notes
A wonderfully frantic real-time game that captures bullet-hell video game energy on the tabletop. The variable heroine powers keep every session feeling fresh, though the pace isn't for everyone.
What we like
- Frantic, engaging real-time gameplay unlike typical card games.
- Strong standalone solo mode via Score Attack.
- Variable asymmetric heroine powers boost replayability.
- Multiple game modes suit different group sizes.
Keep in mind
- Real-time pressure and pattern-spotting won't suit everyone.
- Reaching 8-player scale requires purchasing a companion title.
- Short 15-minute rounds may leave some groups wanting more depth.
Who it's for
Best for fans of fast, frantic real-time games, playing solo or with up to four players aged 13+.
