Grimcoven
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 270 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.8 / 5
- Year
- 2025
About the game
Grimcoven is a cooperative miniatures boss battler set in a dark Victorian world where lament-fueled hunters have pledged themselves to a coven to take down monstrous bosses. Each hunter follows a distinct development tree, building unique combos across teleportation, dice manipulation, and devastating attacks to bring down modular boss encounters. Every session lets you choose from multiple arenas, bosses, and adventures, so no two boss battles play out quite the same. Collect too much lament, however, and you risk turning into one of the very beasts you were sent to hunt.
Hobbli's Notes
This looks like a strong entry in the boss-battler genre, with roguelike character progression and modular encounters promising high replayability for groups that love dice-driven miniatures combat. The 2-3 hour intense sessions and heavy complexity rating mean it's aimed squarely at dedicated hobbyist groups rather than casual tables. As a 2025 release we haven't had enough hands-on time to confirm how well the promised variety holds up over repeated plays.
What we like
- Modular bosses and arenas offer strong variety across sessions.
- Roguelike character-building rewards ongoing hunter development.
- Solo mode makes it accessible outside a full group.
- Dice allocation combos add tactical depth to combat.
- Dark Victorian theme and miniatures offer strong table presence.
Keep in mind
- Long 2-3 hour sessions and high complexity limit casual play.
- As a new release, balance and long-term replay value are unproven.
- Miniatures-heavy production may mean a higher price point and more setup time.
Who it's for
Hobbyist gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy intense, miniatures-driven cooperative boss battles, playing solo or in groups up to 4.
