Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition

Avalon Hill, Hasbro, Game Harbor · Board game · 2022

3.0 Ludopedia 7.3 BGG 3–6 · best 5 60 min Weight 2.4/5

Buy · from US$ 49.97

3.0 rating Ludopedia

7.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 49.97

Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you're into a night of mystery, betrayal, and plenty of scares, Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition is the perfect choice for an unpredictable narrative adventure!

Highlights

Immersive, unpredictable narrative
Extremely high replayability
Varied haunting scenarios
Easy to learn
Amazing thematic components

Keep in mind

Player elimination possible
Group dependent for fun
Dice luck heavily influences

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About the game

What you do in a play session

The House on the Hill still stands, abandoned and calling to those brave enough to uncover its dark secrets. In Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition, you and your friends become fearless explorers, diving into a narrative experience of horror and mystery. Prepare for dozens of dangerous rooms and fifty haunting scenarios that promise to chill even the most skeptical.

Expansions

Published additional content

1 items

Betrayal: The Werewolf's Journey – Blood on the Moon

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Rules videos

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5 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–6 players

3 OK

4 REC

5 BEST

6 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Avalon Hill, Hasbro, Game Harbor

Designer Banana Chan, Brian Neff, Bruce Glassco, Dave Chalker, Jabari Weathers, Noah Cohen, Will Sobel

Artist Henning Ludvigsen

Community

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13,216owners

1,677wishlist

77want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

What's the ideal player count for Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition?

The game shines with 4 to 6 players, as the betrayal dynamic and house exploration become more intense and fun. It still works with 3 players, but the traitor tension might be slightly lower.

How long does a game typically last?

A game usually takes between 60 to 90 minutes. The time can vary slightly depending on the haunt scenario revealed and players' familiarity with the rules.

Is it a complex game for newcomers to the hobby?

No! This 3rd Edition was designed to be more accessible. The rules are relatively simple to pick up, and the focus on narrative helps new players get involved quickly. The BGG weight of 2.37/5 confirms it's a light-to-medium complexity game.

What makes it different from previous editions?

This edition features fifty new haunt scenarios, updated components, more detailed miniatures, and revised rules to make the experience smoother and more beginner-friendly, without losing the essence of the original game.

Does the game have high replayability?

Absolutely! With 50 different haunt scenarios, a modular board that changes every game, and the unpredictability of who will be the traitor, each session of Betrayal is a unique and surprising experience.

Do I need expansions for the full experience?

Not at all! The base game already comes with a huge amount of content and scenarios that guarantee many hours of fun. Expansions are optional and serve to add even more variety if you've already explored everything in the base game.