If you enjoy a quick dice game with a strategic twist and that thrilling push-your-luck element, Einfach Genial: Das Würfelspiel is for you! It's the dice version of the classic Ingenious, perfect for taking anywhere.
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Fun dice rolls
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Quick, light strategy
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Easy to learn and play
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Great for on-the-go
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Keep in mind
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Luck can dominate
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Low direct interaction
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Repetitive for some
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get your dice and your scorepad ready, because Einfach Genial: Das Würfelspiel is here to shake things up! This is a distant cousin of the famous Ingenious, but instead of pieces, we're rolling dice full of colorful symbols. The idea is simple: on your turn, you roll the dice and try to rack up as many points as possible for each symbol. But watch out: the score for each symbol depends on how many dice with that symbol are already on your opponents' tables!
The game invites you to a dance of rolls, with up to three chances to improve your result. Is it worth risking one more roll for a killer combo, or is it better to secure the points you already have? That decision separates the winners from those who fell by the wayside. Each player has an individual track to mark their progress for each color, and the first to reach level 7 in all of them claims victory.
And to make things more interesting, there are barriers on the scoring tracks. To overcome them, you need to have advanced in all colors. This forces players to play in a balanced way, without leaving any color behind. It's a quick game, ideal for those who enjoy a dose of luck with a sprinkle of strategy and a touch of 'push your luck'. Perfect for unwinding or for a quick match with friends who don't want complexity but enjoy a fun challenge.
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Components: Dice with IconsGame: IngeniousMechanism: Roll-and-WriteVersions & Editions: Dice Versions of Non-Dice GamesVersions & Editions: Roll- or Flip-and-Write Versions of Non-Writing Games
businessPublisherKOSMOS, White Goblin Games
editDesignerReiner Knizia
paletteArtistMichaela Kienle
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the average game time? expand_more
A game of Einfach Genial: Das Würfelspiel usually lasts around 30 minutes, making it quite fast and dynamic.
How many players can participate? expand_more
The game is for 2 to 4 players and works well at all player counts.
Is it a complicated game to learn? expand_more
No, the rules are very simple and straightforward. You can explain it quickly and start playing right away.
What comes in the box? expand_more
You'll find dice with colorful symbols, an individual scorepad, and the game rules.
Is it a game focused more on luck or strategy? expand_more
It blends both! The dice rolls bring the luck element, but the decision of when to stop rolling and how to manage your points requires some strategy and risk management.
Is it suitable for someone new to board games? expand_more
Absolutely! It's an excellent entry-level game, easy to understand, and introduces mechanics like dice rolling and 'push your luck' in an accessible way.
Is there a lot of player interaction? expand_more
The interaction is indirect. You score more when others have more dice of a certain color on the table, so their progress affects your score, but there's no direct attacking.