
- BGG rank
- BGG #4,444
- BGG rating
- 6.4
Codenames: Harry Potter
- 2 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.6/5
- 2018

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Severton is a board game released in 2025 for 1–5 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Vlaada Chvátil and its main mechanics are Cooperative Game.
Severton is a cooperative, scenario-based adventure game set in the magical atmosphere of old Prague, where a group of boys and girls uncover secrets and embark on thrilling quests. In the game, inspired by a Czech novel series by Jaroslav Foglar, players take on the role of a group of friends who are trying to investigate the shadows of Severton – the old neighborhood ruled by ruthless groups of Vonts—and progress through various stories, each with different challenges lying ahead of them. Avoid the Vont patrols, sneak your way around them, talk your way out of trouble, or use your fists to gain the upper hand. —description from the publisher
Severton supports 1–5 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 Severton is 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 Severton 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.
Severton has a complexity rating of 2.3 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.
Severton belongs to these categories: Adventure and Novel-based. Its main mechanics are Cooperative Game. 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 Severton are: Vlaada Chvátil. 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 Severton 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.