Betrayal at Baldur's Gate*
Betrayal at Baldur's Gate plunges players into the shadow-cloaked streets of Baldur’s Gate, where danger and deceit lurk around every corner. This game transforms the classic Betrayal at House on the Hill experience into the rich, fantasy setting of the Forgotten Realms.
Gameplay Highlights
- Dynamic Exploration: Players collaboratively build the game board by exploring Baldur’s Gate, facing monsters and uncovering mysteries.
- Shifting Alliances: Mid-game, a twist turns friends to foes, as one or more players betray the party, leading to a tense, unpredictable finish.
- Varied Scenarios: With 50 unique scenarios, each playthrough offers new stories and challenges, ensuring no two games are alike.
- Cooperative and Competitive: While some scenarios are wholly cooperative, most introduce a one-vs-many dynamic, testing bonds and strategies.
Conclusion
Betrayal at Baldur's Gate offers a thrilling blend of adventure, betrayal, and strategy, set against the backdrop of one of Dungeons & Dragons' most iconic cities. Whether banding together to face the city’s horrors or turning against one another in a fight for survival, players are guaranteed a richly immersive experience that captivates and challenges in equal measure. Ready your weapons and prepare for the unexpected; the fate of Baldur’s Gate rests in your hands.
- 3 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
We like Betrayal at Baldur's Gate so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2025
- Position 14 in The Best Games from The Avalon Hill Game Co 🇺🇸🏢
- Position 25 in The Best Games from Wizards of the Coast 🇺🇸🏢
- Position 18 in The best games set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe
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