# Ludus

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2, 3)
- **Duration**: 15-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Robert Coelho, Romir G. E. Paulino
- **Artists**: Diego Sá
- **Publishers**: Grok Games
- **Categories**: Dice, Print & Play, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, Paper-and-Pencil

## Verdict
If you enjoy fast puzzles with a dash of luck, Ludus hits the spot, especially with its game‑shelf theme.Quick, easy rulesMinimal componentsSolo mode availableDice luck factorCan feel repetitiveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ludus is a roll‑and‑write print‑and‑play game that originated as a charitable effort to keep Ludus Luderia, Brazil's first boardgame café, afloat during the COVID‑19 crisis. Players become shelf‑organizers, trying to place games from six categories – Kids, Family, Party, Strategy, Thematic and War – without letting heavier titles crush lighter ones. Each round, two dice are drafted openly; one determines the category and the other the format (box, card, etc.) of the game to be drawn onto the player's shelf sheet. The drawing is done with pen and pencil, following roll‑and‑write mechanics, and strategic dice choices affect scoring and future placement options. The game ends when a player fills the fourth slot on their shelf. Final scores come from completed categories, diversity of niches, and fully occupied shelves. A solo mode challenges a single player to improve their score over successive attempts. Light on weight (2/5), quick to play (15‑45 minutes), and supporting 1‑4 players, Ludus suits fans of fast puzzles, simple resource management, and a dash of luck. Being paper‑and‑pencil, it’s cheap to produce, yet the theme of organizing a "game library" adds a charming twist that appeals to boardgame enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys tidy‑up challenges.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, with a solo mode included.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 15–45 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity.

### What is the game's complexity?
Light (weight 2/5); rules are quick to learn and play.

### What components do I need?
Paper sheets, a pen or pencil, and a set of dice (usually provided in the PDF).

### Who will enjoy the shelf‑organizing theme?
Boardgame fans, collectors, and anyone who likes tidy‑up challenges.

## Price Comparison
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