Bloodborne: The Board Game – Hunter's Dream

CMON Global Limited, MTS Games, Portal Games · Board game · 2020
8.8 Ludopedia 8.2 BGG 1–4 · best 1, 2 Solo 60–90 min Weight 2.7/5
Buy · from US$ 29.28
8.8 rating Ludopedia
8.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Loved Bloodborne on the table and want more challenge? This expansion is for you! It boosts any campaign with new enemies and an epic finale.

Highlights
  • More brutal challenges
  • Epic final chapter
  • Boosts existing campaigns
  • Expands the universe
Keep in mind
  • Moderate language dependency
  • Increases difficulty
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey there, Hunter! Thought Yharnam was bad enough already? Well, the Hunter's Dream expansion for Bloodborne: The Board Game is here to show you that hell has another act. This little gem isn't a new campaign, but rather one of those upgrades that supercharge ANY campaign you're already playing or want to start. Get ready to face mini-bosses and even more brutal enemies that will give you headaches (and maybe a bit of cosmic horror). Pay attention, because this expansion adds an epic extra chapter at the end, where the challenges get even tougher. You'll need to use all your cunning and hand management skills to survive against legendary threats like Gehrman, the First Hunter, and the Moon Presence. It's a chance to boost your Bloodborne board game experience, adding more danger, more strategy, and that delicious tension only Yharnam knows how to deliver. Just remember that to enjoy all of this, you might need a little help with translated cards or components, okay? Nothing a true Bloodborne fan can't handle!

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Best player count

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1–4 players
1 BEST
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3 OK
4 OK

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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Video Game Theme: Bloodborne
Publisher CMON Global Limited, MTS Games, Portal Games, Tabletop KZ
Designer Eric M. Lang, Michael Shinall
Artist Aragorn Marks, Arnaud Boudoiron, Edgar Ramos, Henning Ludvigsen, Mike McVey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Do I need the base game Bloodborne: The Board Game to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! The Hunter's Dream is an expansion and adds content to the base game. You need to own the core game to use these new elements.
Is this expansion a new campaign?
Not exactly. The Hunter's Dream functions as a 'plug-in' that you can add to ANY existing campaign of the base game, or use to create a more challenging final chapter. It's not a standalone campaign.
What are the main additions in this expansion?
The expansion brings new enemies, mini-bosses, an epic final chapter, and more challenges to integrate into your campaigns. Basically, more danger and more dark fun!
Does the game get much harder with this expansion?
Yes, the intention is precisely to increase the challenge. The new enemies and the final chapter are designed to test the limits of the most experienced Hunters.
Do I need to translate cards or components?
The language dependency level is moderate. It's recommended to have a translated spreadsheet or translated cards for a smoother experience, especially with the new event and enemy text.
How many players can participate with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the same player count as the base game, which is 1 to 4 players. The cooperative experience remains the focus.
Who is this expansion recommended for?
It's highly recommended for those who have already played Bloodborne: The Board Game, enjoyed the experience, and are looking for more content, challenges, and a way to spice up the campaigns they already know. Fans of the theme and the original game's difficulty will love it.