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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
For fans of light euros with quirky themes and a dash of humor. Turns a gross task into a surprisingly strategic experience.
Highlights
- Simple yet engaging mechanics
- Unique and memorable theme
- Quick and dynamic gameplay
- Modular board for variety
Keep in mind
- Might be too light for veterans
- Theme isn’t for everyone
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In *Dung Beetles*, you and a friend become dung beetles on a gross-yet-strategic mission across the desert. Your goal? Push your dung ball across the map, making it grow as resources stick to it (yes, it’s as disgusting as it sounds). The more you roll, the heavier and more valuable your ball becomes. Use these resources to spread your grubs around the terrain. If placed correctly, they’ll pupate, turn into adult beetles, and — voilà! — victory points. The player with the biggest beetle family wins. The game is quick (just 25 minutes) but packed with decisions: when to stop rolling, where to drop grubs, and how to block your opponent. The modular board ensures every game feels fresh. Get ready to laugh at the absurd premise while playing a clever, light eurogame.
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics
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Publisher
(Web published)
Designer
Fernando Marecos
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Player count?
1-2 (best for strategic duels).
Solo mode?
Yes, with adapted rules for one player.
Minimum age?
10+, due to theme and simple but demanding decisions.
Table space needed?
Minimal — modular board fits small tables.
Educational?
Indirectly: teaches beetle ecology, but focus is fun!