Friday the 13th: Horror at Camp Crystal Lake

The Op Games, Passport Game Studios · Board game · 2020
13.0 Ludopedia 6.3 BGG 3–6 · best 6 60 min Weight 1.5/5
Buy · from US$ 21.36
13.0 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you like light horror with plenty of player interaction, Friday the 13th will keep you on edge.

Highlights
  • Slasher‑movie atmosphere
  • Fun item combos
  • Direct player interaction
Keep in mind
  • Heavy luck reliance
  • Potential imbalance
  • Not for calm‑play fans
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Friday the 13th: Horror at Camp Crystal Lake drops you and up to five friends into the roles of stereotypical camp counselors – the Nerd, the Partier, the Nice Guy, the Final Girl, the Diva and the Jock – who must survive five terror‑filled nights under Jason's relentless hunt. Each round starts with drawing survival tools from the camp bag: cast‑iron pans, gasoline, cleavers, flashlights and more. These items can be combined for points or to trigger fear cards that let you dodge Jason's attacks. The Push Your Luck mechanic forces you to decide how far to reach for more items; the deeper you go, the better the combos, but also the higher the chance of a deadly mishap.

On top of set collection, the Take That element lets you steal supplies from other players or sabotage their plans, keeping tension high. Every night the clock ticks down, shrinking everyone’s odds of making it out alive, so you must balance hoarding for the future against using resources now. The game runs about 60 minutes, has light rules (weight 1.5/5), and vivid components that capture the 80‑s slasher vibe. It’s perfect for fans of nostalgic horror, dark humor and fast decisions, but not for those who prefer calm, non‑conflict experiences. In short, it blends press‑your‑luck, set collection, and player‑vs‑player sabotage into a frantic, fun‑filled horror night.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

3–6 players
3 OK
4 OK
5 REC
6 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Movies: Friday the 13th Movies: Horror Movies
Publisher The Op Games, Passport Game Studios
Designer André Zatz, Sérgio Halaban
Artist Delaney Mamer

Community

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104wishlist
13want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
3 to 6 players.
How long does a game take?
About 60 minutes.
What is the game’s complexity?
Weight 1.5/5 – simple rules that are quick to learn.
What components are included?
Character cards, item cards, fear cards, camp bag, point markers and a camp board.
Is it suitable for players who dislike direct conflict?
Not really – the Take That mechanic encourages a lot of player‑vs‑player interaction and sabotage.
Do I need any extra translation?
The game is printed in Portuguese, but the language is moderate and may require some familiarity with horror terminology.
Do I need to know the Friday the 13th movies?
No, but fans will appreciate the references and atmosphere more.

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