# Friday the 13th: Horror at Camp Crystal Lake

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: #16937
- **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 6)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 1.50 / 5
- **Designers**: André Zatz, Sérgio Halaban
- **Artists**: Delaney Mamer
- **Publishers**: The Op Games, Passport Game Studios
- **Categories**: Horror, Movies / TV / Radio theme
- **Mechanics**: Push Your Luck, Set Collection, Take That

## Verdict
If you like light horror with plenty of player interaction, Friday the 13th will keep you on edge.Slasher‑movie atmosphereFun item combosDirect player interactionHeavy luck reliancePotential imbalanceNot for calm‑play fansRECOMMENDED

## Description
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.

## FAQ
### 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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