8.0
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Ludopedia
7.1
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BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you're a D&D fan looking for a cooperative experience with puzzles and exploration, this game is a great pick!
Highlights
- Immersive D&D universe
- Engaging cooperative challenges
- Variety with separate acts
- Exploration and mystery solving
Keep in mind
- High language dependency
- Requires good communication
- One-shot experience feel
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hey everyone! Ready to dive headfirst into Neverwinter? In Dungeons & Dragons: Bedlam in Neverwinter, you and a group of fellow adventurers will have to unravel a series of mysterious disappearances in Icewind Dale. It's an escape room-style board game, perfect for 2 to 6 players who enjoy a good cooperative challenge. The adventure is divided into 3 acts, which can be played all at once in an epic marathon or in separate sessions. First, each player creates their character, adding that personal touch to the journey. Then, things heat up: you'll explore a tavern, face breathtaking battles against classic D&D monsters, and go on a wild chase through the Underdark after an evil mage and his sinister cult. To unravel this whole mystery and save the missing people, the key is to explore every nook and cranny, solve the puzzles that appear, and gather all the clues. Each act ends with a mystery to be solved, so stay sharp! The game is very immersive and requires a lot of reading and communication among players for everything to go smoothly. If you enjoy D&D and challenges that make you think, this game is for you!
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BGG community vote
2
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6
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Hasbro, Wizards of the Coast
Designer
David "Duvey" Rudow, George Feledichuk, Leo Taylor
Artist
Henning Ludvigsen
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime?
The game is divided into 3 acts and can be played in a single epic session lasting 90 to 270 minutes, or each act can be played separately with variable duration.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, ideal for groups who enjoy working together.
Is the game difficult?
The difficulty is moderate, with a BGG weight of 1.67/5. It requires logical thinking, teamwork, and attention to detail to overcome the challenges.
Do I need to know how to play D&D to enjoy it?
Not necessarily! Although the theme and monsters are from D&D, the board game rules are independent. Familiarity with the universe can enhance immersion, but it's not a requirement.
Is the game in English?
Yes, the game has high language dependency and requires reading to play comfortably. The original version is in English.
Is this a one-time play game?
The adventure is designed for a single playthrough, as the mystery resolution and exploration are unique. However, the experience can be repeated by different groups or for those who enjoy reliving the story.
Who is this game recommended for?
It is highly recommended for fans of Dungeons & Dragons, cooperative games, escape rooms, and those who enjoy solving mysteries and puzzles as a group.
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