Board Game Geek Rating: 6.13. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.02. This game is for 1 to 4 players and was published in 2017. It's the Kickstarter Edition of Dark Souls board game with all stretch - goals included. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise.
The Dark Souls board game is an extremely challenging exploration miniatures game. You'll need to be ready to face multiple defeats. It has a 'fast set - up, long reveal' feature that lets you start quickly and discover the game location as you play. The danger is real as you explore new places and meet the monsters living there.
The combat and enemy behavior systems demand strategic thinking and smart stamina management. There are many boss and mini - boss battles, like the one against Dragon Slayer Ornstein and Executioner Smough. The unique behavior mechanism ensures every encounter is different, giving the game almost endless replayability.
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How to play: First, set up the game using the 'fast set - up' feature. Each player then starts exploring the game location. As you move, new areas and monsters will be revealed. In combat, use strategic thinking and manage your stamina well. When facing boss or mini - boss encounters, be prepared for different enemy behaviors.
Things to note: This is the Kickstarter Edition with all stretch goals, but paid add - ons from the campaign are usually not included. The game is very challenging, so don't be discouraged by multiple defeats.
Maintenance advice: Keep the game components in a dry and clean place. After each use, put the miniatures and cards back in their proper storage to prevent damage.
