EnterBlitzBowl the game’s slimmed-down, more budget-friendly cousin.
First issued in 2018, this Barnes & Noble exclusive set offers a smaller-scale twist on the same principles.
And while some of Games Workshop’s entry-level titles (likeSpace Marine Adventures: Tyranid Attack!)
Each of the teams has access to a range of different player types.
Crucially, models can’t repeat actions in a turn.
The limited nature of the actions also means that you have to consider each move carefully.
The teams here are evenly matched, both well-armored and punchy.
Want to take things further and try out the ‘full’ game?
There’s also no doubt that Blitz Bowl is a much simpler game than its older sibling.
There are no post-match options or League rules here, and the core principles are all streamlined.
That’s not necessarily a bad thing, however.
Should you buy Blitz Bowl: Ultimate Edition?
Blitz Bowl is really fun and tremendously good value for money.
The models, too, are very nice.
Is it the best version on this family of games?
Blood Bowl is the bigger, richer experience.
There’s also Dungeon Bowl, a lesser-spotted spinoff that goes deeper (literally) and weirder.
What’s not to love?
You like the granularity of Blood BowlThis is a much simpler game.
How we tested Blitz Bowl: Ultimate Edition
This product sample was provided by the publisher.
Our reviewer tested this game multiple times to get a better feel for the teams.
They also painted one team from the boxset for the full experience.
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