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The Hobbit (2010)

2–5 players · 30–45 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.0 on BGG

Players
2–5
Play time
30–45 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.0/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 8+ who like adventure games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–45 min.

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The Hobbit board game box cover

About The Hobbit

Guide Bilbo and the dwarves to Smaug's lair before he can destroy Lake-town.

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AdventureCard GameFantasyNovel-basedTravel

Mechanics: Auction/Bidding, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Point to Point Movement, Role Playing, Simultaneous Action Selection · Designer: Reiner Knizia

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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The Hobbit FAQ

How many players is The Hobbit?
The Hobbit plays with 2–5 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does The Hobbit take to play?
A game of The Hobbit takes 30–45 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The Hobbit any good?
The Hobbit rates 6.0/10 from 1,776 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / card game game built around auction/bidding, dice rolling, hand management.