
- BGG rating
- 7.9
Betwixt and Between: Forces of Nature
- 1–4 players
- 90–120 min
- 2022

2021
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Betwixt and Between is a board game released in 2021 for 1–4 players, 90–120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Tobias Hall and its main mechanics are Set Collection, Area Movement, and Tile Placement.
You've finally found a way in to the home of the spirits and the fae, the Betwixt and Between, a tangled and uncharted web of strange places where most peculiar creatures dwell. Be wary — this land is steeped in ancient magic, and you're far from alone in here... Betwixt and Between is a strategic adventure board game for 1-4 players, mixing eerie European folklore with magical creativity and euro-inspired mechanisms. In the game, you take on the role of mystics who have found their way into this strange land to explore and harness its magical essence. Throughout the game, you will unfold your mystic's story by drafting exploration cards that determine what you discover and might encounter. You must cleverly combine card placement with character movement to create dynamic combinations in order to interact with the otherworldly beings and absorb magic. You build upon your magic weave to uphold spells that evolve your mystic with new abilities and points. Only the most cunning and skilled mystic wins the game! —description from the publisher
Betwixt and Between supports 1–4 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 Betwixt and Between is 90–120 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 Betwixt and Between for ages 14 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.
Betwixt and Between has a complexity rating of 2.6 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.
Betwixt and Between belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Exploration, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Set Collection, Area Movement, and Tile Placement. 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 Betwixt and Between are: Tobias Hall. 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 Betwixt and Between as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.