Go Nuts!

Atalia, Game Factory, Gamewright · Board game · 2008
5.5 Ludopedia 6.4 BGG 2–4 · best 3 15 min Weight 1.1/5
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5.5 rating Ludopedia
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RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy fast-paced dice games with a dash of 'Push Your Luck' and hilarious moments of pressure, Go Nuts! is a great choice! It's the kind of game you unbox, explain in two minutes, and are already rolling dice and laughing. Perfect for warming up game night or for a casual match with the family. The mix of luck, quick decision-making, and the chaos of 'Go Nuts!' mode creates a very fun and addictive experience.

Highlights
  • Quick and easy to learn
  • Lots of interaction and laughs
  • Fun 'Push Your Luck' mechanic
  • Charming components (dice!)
  • Portable and travel-friendly
Keep in mind
  • Heavily relies on luck
  • Can be repetitive for some
  • Lacks deep strategy
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Go Nuts!, the race is on to see who can collect the most acorn points! Each turn, you grab five squirrel dice and roll them. If cars appear, they are set aside, but if acorns show up, each is worth one point. After each roll, the decision is yours: stop and bank the points or risk another roll? Be careful, because if all dice show squirrels, you lose everything you've accumulated that turn and enter 'Go Nuts!' mode.

When that happens, the adrenaline kicks in! You start rolling all five dice as fast as you can, shouting out the total number of acorns that appear. Meanwhile, your opponents, in a fun chaotic scramble, each roll one dog die. This die has five doghouse sides and one dog side. As soon as an opponent rolls a dog, they bark! Once all the barks have been heard, you stop and score all the acorns you managed to collect in this special 'Go Nuts!' round. The game continues like this, turn by turn, until someone reaches or exceeds fifty acorn points and claims victory. It's a quick game, full of luck and hilarious moments of pressure!

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Animals: Dogs Animals: Squirrels / Chipmunks Series: Game Factory Metal Box Series: Mini Tins (Game Factory)
Publisher Atalia, Game Factory, Gamewright, Old Teddys, White Goblin Games
Designer Brian S. Spence, Garrett J. Donner, Michael S. Steer
Artist Michelle Albano, Sam Ward

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can play Go Nuts!?
The game is ideal for 2 to 4 players, working well at all counts for a fun and competitive experience.
What's the average playtime for a game?
Games are super quick, usually lasting between 15 and 20 minutes. Perfect for multiple rounds or filling short breaks.
Is Go Nuts! a complex game?
Not at all! It has a very low complexity rating (1.05/5 on BGG), meaning the rules are simple and easy to grasp, even for beginners.
What are the main components of the game?
You'll find squirrel dice, dog dice, and, of course, the acorns (points) you try to collect. Everything is very simple and straightforward!
Who is Go Nuts! best suited for?
It's great for families, kids (from about 6-8 years old), and anyone looking for a light, fun, and highly interactive filler game. If you enjoy 'Push Your Luck' and a bit of chaos, you'll like it!
Are there any expansions for Go Nuts!?
As of now, Go Nuts! is a complete game and does not have any official expansions. All the fun is packed in the box!