Dice Forge

Libellud, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, asmodee · Board game · 2017
2–4 · best 4 45 min Weight 2.0/5
7.9 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
How to Play Buy · from US$ 34.33
7.9 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're tired of dice games where luck dictates all, Dice Forge is for you! This game lets you literally craft your own dice, ensuring a unique and strategic experience every time.

Highlights
  • Innovative dice crafting mechanism
  • Strategic resource management
  • Engaging player customization
  • Accessible rules for new players
Keep in mind
  • Luck can still play a role
  • Theme might not appeal to all
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About the game
Heroes, get ready! The gods have an open spot on Mount Olympus, and only the most cunning and courageous among you will claim it. In Dice Forge, the battle for divine ascension isn't just about luck; it's about how you shape your own destiny. Here, your dice aren't mere objects of chance; they are divine tools with removable faces, which you customize and upgrade throughout the game. Just imagine: you roll your dice, collect resources, and with the gold you sacrifice to the gods, you swap dice faces for more powerful ones. It's true 'dice crafting,' where you build your own dice to ensure you get the resources you need, when you need them. But don't think it's just about rolling and taking. The gods love a good challenge, so prepare to overcome trials that will test your glory and earn you valuable rewards. Managing dice luck has never been so strategic! With innovative mechanics, Dice Forge invites you to explore various winning strategies, transforming randomness into control. Who will be the first to ascend to the heavens and secure their place among the immortals? Luck may be blind, but your dice, oh, those you can see and change!
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Rules manual — Dice Forge English · PDF
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Components: Dice with Icons Components: Dice With Swappable Faces Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Game: Dice Forge
Publisher Libellud, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, asmodee, Asterion Press, Broadway Toys LTD, Galápagos Jogos
Designer Régis Bonnessée
Artist Biboun
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main objective in Dice Forge?
Your goal is to accumulate the most Glory Points by the end of the game. This is achieved by collecting resources, overcoming trials, and upgrading your dice with more powerful faces.
How many players can participate and what is the average game duration?
Dice Forge can be played by 2 to 4 players, and a game typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. It's a dynamic-paced game, ideal for a shorter gaming session.
Is it a complex game for beginners?
No! With a complexity weight of 1.97/5, Dice Forge is considered light to medium. The rules are easy to learn, and the 'dice crafting' concept is quite intuitive, making it accessible for newcomers, yet with enough depth for experienced players.
Are the components of good quality?
Yes, the components are one of the big highlights! The dice with removable faces are unique and well-produced, and the game's artwork is vibrant and immersive, greatly contributing to the thematic experience.
Is there a lot of luck involved in dice rolls?
While there are dice rolls, the dice customization mechanic allows you to significantly mitigate luck. You choose which faces to add, increasing the probability of getting the resources you need, transforming luck into strategy.
Does Dice Forge have any expansions?
Yes, there is the 'Rebellion' expansion, which adds new modules, heroes, and trials, increasing replayability and strategic options for those who have mastered the base game.