
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,533
- BGG rating
- 7.6
Dead Cells: The Rogue-Lite Board Game
- 1–4 players
- 45 min
- Complexity 2.4/5
- 2024

Rules assistance for Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania
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Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania is an expansion for Battle for Biternia released in 2021 for 2–4 players, 60–90 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Chris Faulkenberry and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Point to Point Movement.
Venture into a gloomy new territory with Pixelvania, an exciting new Hero Pack that expands the base set of Battle for Biternia with a roster of fun and foreboding new Heroes and effects which are fully compatible with your existing collection. Drawing inspiration from Castleviania, Ghosts & Goblins, and other classics, Pixelvania seeks out the things that go bump in the night...and the brave souls who wish to slay them. Can you protect the Four Nations from this new threat? Or will you help bring the curse of Pixelvania to Biternia’s mainland? The choice is yours! —description from the publisher
Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania is 60–90 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania for ages 12 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Fighting. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Point to Point Movement. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania are: Chris Faulkenberry. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Battle for Biternia: Pixelvania as an expansion for Battle for Biternia. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Battle for Biternia to use it. Check that your edition of Battle for Biternia is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.