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Dark Romance

Dark Romance

2025·Dr. Hans Joachim Höh, Christof Schilling

2 players
30 - 45 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting

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Discover "Dark Romance": Unveil Love and Danger Embark on a journey into the captivating universe of "Dark Romance," a shadowy Victorian realm teeming with love and nocturnal creatures. Intriguing World Immerse yourself in a world characterized by Victorian elegance and mysterious intrigue. Players assume the roles of one of ten distinct characters, each seeking profound love or their next unsuspecting victim. Players and Duration Designed for players aged 16 and above, "Dark Romance" offers an immersive experience for 2 individuals. With the Deluxe Edition, the game can be expanded to accommodate up to 4 players. Sessions last approximately 30-45 minutes, ensuring engaging and dynamic encounters. Courting and Consequences Players engage in various dates to better understand their counterparts. Keen intuition is essential, as poor decisions may not only deter true love but could also lead to one's demise. Make your choices wisely to uncover your partner's true intentions. The Essence of the Game At the heart of the game are role and scene cards. There are five different roles to play, each with unique objectives and intentions. Scene cards guide you through dates and shared experiences, shaping compelling narratives and strategic decisions. "Dark Romance" is a rollercoaster of emotions, blending suspense, love, and danger. Prepare to test your tactical skills and embark on a unique social deduction experience. We promise a true gem for your collection! Note that the deluxe edition of Dark Romance allows for up to four players in a game. -description from the publisher

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Dark Romance has 2 videos from 2 creators: 1 unboxing and 1 other video. They date from 2025 to February 2026.

If you like it, try Feed the Kraken and My Gold Mine, also by Dr. Hans Joachim Höh, or Scales of Fate and Fog of Love, which share several of its mechanics. It appears in convention videos from Spiel Essen 2025.

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Dark Romance game overview at Spiel Essen 2025Interview2:13

Dark Romance game overview at Spiel Essen 2025

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DARK ROMANCE Board Game Unboxing No Talking (ASMR Component Closeups)Unboxing5:34

DARK ROMANCE Board Game Unboxing No Talking (ASMR Component Closeups)

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Feed the Kraken

2022·Maikel Cheney, Dr. Hans Joachim Höh, Tobias Immich

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My Gold Mine

2021·Dr. Hans Joachim Höh, Michael Loth, Christof Schilling

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Creators
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2 - 6 players·25 min·Light weight

Scales of Fate

2025·Max Anderson, Zac Dixon, Austin Harrison

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Fog of Love

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About Dark Romance

From BoardGameGeek:

Discover "Dark Romance": Unveil Love and Danger Embark on a journey into the captivating universe of "Dark Romance," a shadowy Victorian realm teeming with love and nocturnal creatures. Intriguing World Immerse yourself in a world characterized by Victorian elegance and mysterious intrigue. Players assume the roles of one of ten distinct characters, each seeking profound love or their next unsuspecting victim. Players and Duration Designed for players aged 16 and above, "Dark Romance" offers an immersive experience for 2 individuals. With the Deluxe Edition, the game can be expanded to accommodate up to 4 players. Sessions last approximately 30-45 minutes, ensuring engaging and dynamic encounters. Courting and Consequences Players engage in various dates to better understand their counterparts. Keen intuition is essential, as poor decisions may not only deter true love but could also lead to one's demise. Make your choices wisely to uncover your partner's true intentions. The Essence of the Game At the heart of the game are role and scene cards. There are five different roles to play, each with unique objectives and intentions. Scene cards guide you through dates and shared experiences, shaping compelling narratives and strategic decisions. "Dark Romance" is a rollercoaster of emotions, blending suspense, love, and danger. Prepare to test your tactical skills and embark on a unique social deduction experience. We promise a true gem for your collection! Note that the deluxe edition of Dark Romance allows for up to four players in a game. -description from the publisher

Designers

Dr. Hans Joachim Höh, Christof Schilling

Artist

Hendrik Noack

Publisher

Funtails

Categories

Card Game

Mechanics

DeductionHidden RolesRaceSimultaneous Action Selection
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