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Nintendo DS · Strategy / Sports
Blood Bowl
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | Strategy, Sports |
| Developer | Cyanide |
| Publisher | Focus Entertainment |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Cyanide and published by Focus Entertainment, Blood Bowl arrived on the Nintendo DS as a strategy game. It blends strategy and sports elements.
Blood Bowl supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Blood Bowl is like
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.
Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.
Blood Bowl walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Blood Bowl.
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Blood Bowl FAQ
Who made Blood Bowl?
It was developed by Cyanide and published by Focus Entertainment.
Is Blood Bowl multiplayer?
Yes. Blood Bowl supports up to 2 players.
How long does Blood Bowl take to play?
As a strategy game, Blood Bowl typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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