Extra!

If you are into fast-paced, pocket-sized games that offer that 'just one more round' challenge, Extra! is a solid choice. This Sid Sackson classic, revamped by Schmidt Spiele, cleverly turns its own plastic container into a functional dice tower, adding a nice tactile touch to your tabletop. The premise is straightforward but demands careful risk management: all players share the same roll of five dice, which happens simultaneously. The trick is to split these dice into two pairs and one 'rejected' die. While the pairs help you mark off points for specific sums (from 2 to 12), the leftover die goes into a rejection chart that can knock you out of the game if you are not careful. It is a game of luck, sure, but with that strategic 'roll-and-write' edge where every decision matters to avoid heavy penalties at the end. Rarer sums yield higher points, tempting you to push your luck, but you must always keep an eye on that rejection chart, which strictly limits your failures. With games lasting about ten minutes, it is perfect for a warm-up or those moments when time is tight but the urge to play is high. Interaction is indirect, focused on the shared tension of the dice roll, and the fact that it supports up to six players makes it a great filler for larger groups. If you enjoy games that balance dice randomness with the need to plan your sheet markings, Extra! will find a permanent spot in your collection. It is practical, fast, and above all, a blast to play with friends or even solo, trying to beat your own high score.