The Batman Who Laughs Rising

Extended Play, Extended Play Productions, The Op Games · Board game · 2020
1–4 · best 3 Solo 60–90 min Weight 2.5/5
8.0 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
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FOR GENRE FANS

If you're a Batman fan who enjoys cooperative games with dice rolling and a strategic twist, this one's for you!

Highlights
  • Intense cooperative action
  • Iconic heroes and villains
  • Strategic dice rolling
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Can be challenging
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare for a dark invasion of Gotham City! In "The Batman Who Laughs Rising," the multiverse is in danger, and it's up to you and your team of heroes to stop the ultimate evil, a sinister fusion of Batman and the Joker, from taking over. This threat comes straight from the "Dark Nights Metal" series, bringing with it the Dark Knights, twisted versions of iconic heroes, and an army of chained Robins.

The game puts you in control of heroes like Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, or Batman himself, each with unique abilities. Your mission is to recruit powerful allies such as Harley Quinn, The Flash, and Cyborg to help you achieve crucial objectives and rescue what has been lost to darkness. The gameplay involves a lot of dice rolling, where symbols determine the success of your actions, and the "re-rolling and locking" mechanic gives you extra control over luck.

To win, you must work as a team, facing villains like The Merciless, The Dawnbreaker, and The Murder Machine, before confronting the main villain, The Batman Who Laughs, in an epic battle. The game offers a tense cooperative experience, with elements of worker placement using dice, and can be played solo or with up to four players. It's an electrifying adventure for fans of comic books and action-packed cooperative games.

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Best player count

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1–4 players
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Game details

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Comic Books: Batman Comic Books: DC Universe Series: ... Rising (The Op) Theme: Superheroes
Publisher Extended Play, Extended Play Productions, The Op Games
Designer Andrew Wolf, Patrick Marino

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 4 players, so you can play it solo or with friends.
What is the average playtime?
Typically, a game takes between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the group's experience.
Is the game difficult?
It's considered medium-high in difficulty, with a BGG complexity rating of 2.46/5. It requires good coordination and luck.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency. It's recommended to have a good understanding of English or use translations.
What kind of player is this game for?
Ideal for fans of Batman and the DC universe who enjoy cooperative games, dice rolling, and a dark, engaging theme.
What are the main components?
You'll find many cards, custom dice with symbols, and miniatures, including a figure of the main villain.

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