Los Banditos

Schmidt Spiele · Board game · 2008
2 · best 2 15 min Weight 1.4/5
6.5 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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6.5 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy quick two-player games with a touch of luck and strategy, Los Banditos is a sure bet! It's the dice version of the famous Schotten-Totten, with easy rules and games that fly by.

Highlights
  • Fast and addictive
  • Easy to learn
  • Dice-based strategy
  • Direct interaction
Keep in mind
  • Luck of the dice
  • Player dependent
  • Little depth
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a fierce showdown between two bandits in Los Banditos! Think Schotten-Totten, but with dice. The goal is clear: gather as many points as possible by snatching valuable 'booty tiles' worth 1 to 3 points. The competition is fierce because you'll be using colored dice (four different colors!) kept in a bag, adding a touch of surprise to each roll.

In the center of the table, four point tiles are displayed, and the rest form a draw pile to be used during the game. On your turn, the action is simple yet strategic: draw two dice from the bag and roll them. The challenge is to form poker-like combinations with these three dice. But be warned, the game doesn't wait! If you can prove that your opponent has no chance of winning a specific tile, even if they haven't completed their formation yet, you can claim it immediately. Then, just replace it with the next one from the pile and continue the hunt for points. The first bandit to accumulate 10 victory points is declared the ultimate winner. It's part of Schmidt Spiele's 'Easy Play' line, which suggests quick games and accessible rules, perfect for those who want something straightforward and fun.

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Duel · 2 players
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Game: Schotten-Totten Players: Two-Player Only Games Series: Easy Play (Schmidt Spiele) Versions & Editions: Dice Versions of Non-Dice Games
Publisher Schmidt Spiele
Designer Reiner Knizia
Artist Dennis Lohausen

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
How many players does Los Banditos support?
Los Banditos is exclusively a two-player game, perfect for a strategic duel.
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, typically around 15 minutes, making it ideal for playing anytime.
What is the game's complexity?
The complexity is very low. It's part of the 'Easy Play' line, so it's easy to learn and play right away.
Is there a lot of luck involved?
Yes, the dice rolling introduces an element of luck, but the choice of which combinations to form and when to claim tiles adds a strategic layer.
Who is Los Banditos recommended for?
It's great for couples, friends, or any pair looking for a quick, fun game with a bit of competition.
Is it similar to any other game?
Yes, it's often compared to Schotten-Totten, but with dice instead of cards. The mechanic of forming combinations to win points is similar.

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