Board Game Review
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
I'm thrilled to share my thoughts on a game that brings the magic of J.K. Rowling's beloved world to the
tabletop: Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle. Designed by Forrest-Pruzan Creative, Kami Mandell, and Andrew
Wolf, and published by USAopoly, this cooperative deck-building game invites players to take on the
roles of Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Neville, as they work together to defend Hogwarts from the forces of
darkness.
Components
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle comes in a beautifully designed box, containing 252 cards, 4 player boards,
4 House Dice, 1 game board, 7 game boxes (each representing a year at Hogwarts), 7 sets of Dark Arts
cards, 8 Villain Control tokens, 35 various tokens, and a rulebook. The components are of excellent
quality, with sturdy cards that feature clear and evocative artwork from the world of Harry Potter. The
player boards, game board, and tokens all showcase a strong attention to detail, immersing players in
the magical universe.
Gameplay
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle is a cooperative deck-building game for 2-4 players, with each player
starting with a basic deck of 10 cards unique to their chosen character. The game is played over seven
levels, each representing a year at Hogwarts, and each level introduces new challenges, cards, and
mechanics.
Players take turns drawing cards from their deck, playing Action and Spell cards, and using their
resources (influence) to acquire new cards from the shared Hogwarts supply. As players progress through
the levels, they will encounter iconic characters, spells, and magical items from the Harry Potter
series, all of which can be used to build powerful card combinations and defeat the Dark Arts cards and
Villains threatening Hogwarts.
The game encourages players to work together, strategically planning their card plays, and pooling their
resources to overcome challenges. The game ends in victory if the players manage to defeat all the
Villains, or in defeat if the Villains gain control of all the locations on the game board.
Playing Time and Replayability
A game of Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle typically takes around 30-60 minutes per level, with a full
campaign lasting multiple sessions. The game offers high replayability due to the unique combination of
cards in each playthrough, the evolving challenges across the levels, and the opportunity to try
different character strategies.
Conclusion
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle is a magical and engaging game that provides a satisfying blend of
strategy, decision-making, and teamwork. Its cooperative mechanics, immersive theme, and high
replayability make it a fantastic addition to any board game collection, particularly for fans of the
Harry Potter series or those who enjoy deck-building games. Step into the world of Harry Potter and join
forces with your friends to defend Hogwarts and triumph over the forces of darkness, in an adventure
that will create lasting memories and leave you spellbound.
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