Gloomholdin’

About this board game

Gloomholdin’ is an 18-card, no-table-needed version of Gloomhaven for 1–2 players, with an approximately 30-minute play time. Designed as a compact print-and-play game, it can be played completely in your hand, while also providing an option for table play.

This small-format adventure has its own plot line, making it a separate story from the Gloomhaven campaign. Players will see the names and artwork of various Gloomhaven monsters and items, but the game does not reveal Gloomhaven’s campaign details.

Its compact design makes Gloomholdin’ a distinctive way to experience a Gloomhaven-related game with only 18 cards. The hand-held format keeps the game portable and avoids the need to set up a table, while the included on-table approach offers another way to play.

• Players: 1–2
• Playing time: approximately 30 minutes
• Format: 18 cards, playable in hand or on a table
• Release year: 2021

Gloomholdin’ is available as a free download for personal print-and-play use, with permission from Cephalofair Games. Its Gloomhaven-related assets are derivatives of Gloomhaven and are used under the stated CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 license; other icons are credited to their creators under CC BY 3.0.

With its original storyline, familiar Gloomhaven artwork and names, and unusually compact format, Gloomholdin’ offers a focused tabletop experience for fans seeking a portable, no-table-needed game.