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Home»News»Entertainment News»Anime & Animation News»Kess Co and VIZ Media Partner to Bring Fans New Hunter x Hunter Board Game

Kess Co and VIZ Media Partner to Bring Fans New Hunter x Hunter Board Game

By Josh PiedraMarch 18, 2025

Prepare to test your resolve, resourcefulness, and resilience just like Gon and friends! KessCo, in partnership with VIZ Media, proudly announces the upcoming release of Hunter x Hunter: The 287th Exams, a dice-rolling adventure that challenges friends and families to experience the high-stakes journey of earning a Hunter License.

Hunter x Hunter

An action-adventure drama set in a world where “Hunters” pursue rare items and treasures. The main character Gon Freecss leaves his home island to find his missing father and pursues to become a professional hunter like his father. In order to qualify as a “Professional Hunter”, of which there are only a few hundred in the world, he needs to get through the difficult “Hunter Exam”. Along with Killua, Kurapika, and Leorio, who Gon meets during the exam, they pass the Hunter exam and challenge the unseen world together.

A Test of Wits and Grit
In Hunter x Hunter: The 287th Exams, players take calculated risks, face setbacks, and develop their characters’ skills as they roll dice to overcome the gauntlet of trials that define the Hunter Exams. Whether you’re a dedicated collector of anime-inspired board games or a board game enthusiast seeking a thrilling, nail-biting, rogue-like challenge, this title promises a fresh spin on a cherished classic.

“We wanted to capture the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that makes Hunter x Hunter so special,” says Alex Kessler, CEO of Kess Co and lead game designer. “From carefully balancing the dice mechanics to faithfully representing the trials the Hunter-hopefuls faced, we made sure to keep the tension—and fun—at the forefront of every decision.”

An Invitation for All
Don’t worry if the property is new to you—Hunter x Hunter: The 287th Exams emphasizes engaging gameplay first and foremost.

“We designed the game to be exciting whether you’re a long-time fan or jumping into Hunter x Hunter for the first time,” explains Michael Grothe, co-designer at Kess Co. “Every roll and challenge is crafted to inspire both newcomers and veterans of this iconic franchise.”

Learn more about or start reading Hunter x Hunter here: https://www.viz.com/hunter-x-hunter

Source: Press Release

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Josh has been an anime fan for nearly twenty years. In addition, he is a light novel author with over 25 books published as well as the owner of Meteora Press, his personal publishing label. Anime and otaku culture isn't Josh's only area of expertise. He also has a Bachelor of Arts in Game Design and has created a handful of independent games along with a deep working knowledge of the gaming industry.

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