Love Letter: Adventure Time

Alderac Entertainment Group, Cryptozoic Entertainment · Board game · 2015
7.8 Ludopedia 7.3 BGG 2–4 · best 4 20 min Weight 1.1/5
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7.8 rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love fast deduction games and the quirky vibe of Adventure Time, this version hits the spot.

Highlights
  • High replay value
  • Fun artwork
  • Short playtime
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination ends rounds early
  • Luck factor present
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Love Letter: Adventure Time transports the sleek mechanics of the original Love Letter into the whimsical world of Finn, Jake, and Princess Bubblegum. A single round lasts about 20 minutes and supports 2‑4 players, making it perfect for a quick meetup or a casual game night finale. At the start, each player draws one card while another card is removed from the deck. On a turn you draw a second card, then discard one of the two, using the discarded card’s ability to try to eliminate opponents. The last player standing or the one holding the highest‑value card when the deck runs out earns a heart token. The required number of tokens to win scales with player count.

The artwork is a playful “cosplay”: Adventure Time characters don the costumes of the Tempest edition’s love‑letter figures. Two new rules spice things up. First, playing a Hero (Finn or Jake) and forcing another player (even yourself) to discard the other Hero instantly wins the round, celebrating the iconic duo’s reunion. Second, if you win a round while holding a “companion” card, you receive two tokens instead of one, speeding up the race for hearts.

With a BGG weight of 1.1, the game is ultra‑light: simple rules, minimal components (cards, tokens, and a drawstring bag), and high replayability thanks to the blend of deduction, bluffing, and luck. It’s a great pick for fans of fast card games, Adventure Time humor, or anyone looking for a portable, easy‑to‑learn tabletop experience.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Gems/Crystals Containers: Drawstring Bag Game: Love Letter Series: 5 Minute Fun (AEG) Series: Big in Japan (AEG) Series: Pocket Game (AEG) Theme: Love / Romance TV Shows: Adventure Time Versions & Editions: Versions with IP after the original release
Publisher Alderac Entertainment Group, Cryptozoic Entertainment
Designer Seiji Kanai
Artist Robb Mommaerts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How long does a game take?
Approximately 20 minutes, varying slightly with player count.
What is the recommended player range?
2 to 4 players.
How complex is the game?
Very low – the rules are straightforward and can be taught in a few minutes.
What components are included?
Character cards, heart tokens, gem tokens, and a drawstring bag for storage.
Do I need to know Adventure Time to enjoy it?
No, but fans of the show will catch extra jokes and references.
Is there a variant for more than 4 players?
No official variant, but larger groups can play in teams or use house rules for rotation.
How does the hero win condition work?
Play Finn or Jake and force another player (or yourself) to discard the other hero, instantly winning the round.

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