Living Stories: Pulse

Plotmaker Games · Board game · 2026
2–4 30 min
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RECOMMENDED

Fans of engaging stories and bluffing mechanics will love Pulse. The strong point is the rich narrative and impactful choices.

Highlights
  • Immersive narrative
  • Choices with consequences
  • Fun bluffing mechanics
Keep in mind
  • Cinema Mode can be lengthy
  • Replayability depends on cards
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Living Stories: Pulse is a story-rich competitive game set in the grunge era. You and your friends take on the roles of four youths trying to make it big with a band. Choose to play as the Lead Singer, Bass Player, Drummer, or Lead Guitarist. The game offers two ways to play: Action Mode, where you dive straight into the plot with randomized cards that create a different story each time, or Cinema Mode, a longer, curated experience akin to watching a movie. Every choice has consequences, and achieving success may come at a cost. With mechanics like betting, bluffing, and hand management, Pulse promises an engaging and twist-filled experience.

Best player count

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2–4 players
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK

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Game details

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Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases
Publisher Plotmaker Games
Designer Asger Johansen
Artist Snorre Krogh

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can participate?
From 2 to 4 players.
What is the average playtime?
About 30 minutes in Action Mode and 2 hours in Cinema Mode.
Is it hard to learn how to play?
No, the rules are simple and the game is easy to learn.
What are the game components?
Story cards, character cards, and event cards.
Who is this game recommended for?
For fans of narrative games and bluffing mechanics.