Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Fans of light, chaotic games will love Mahé — it's like Mario Kart on a board, but with turtles and dice!
Highlights
- Quick and easy to learn
- Chaotic fun with groups
- Stack mechanics create rivalries
- Fun tropical theme
Keep in mind
- May frustrate luck-haters
- Best with 4+ players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Mahé is a fun and fast-paced dice game where you control turtles (or kangaroos, depending on the edition) in a wild race around a tropical island. The goal? Be the first to complete laps around the track and collect valuable prize cards. But it's not just about getting there: you need to be smart with the dice! On your turn, you roll 1 to 3 dice, stopping whenever you want, but beware: if the total exceeds 7, you go back to the start. And there's more: if your turtle lands on top of another, you become the 'boss' of the stack and decide how many dice the other player rolls. If they bust the limit, both go back to square one! The 2014 edition features turtles trying to lay eggs on the beach, while the 2024 Korean version has adventurers rescuing dinosaur eggs. Guaranteed chaos and lots of laughs for up to 7 players!
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Rules videos
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In English
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
OK
3
REC
4
REC
5
BEST
6
BEST
7
BEST
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Egmont Polska, Fractal Juegos, franjos Spieleverlag, Gonggan27, International Team (I), Macovill, Möbius Games, OPEN'N PLAY, Otto Maier Verlag, Oya, Playte, Winterthur Schweizerische Versicherungs-Gesellschaft
Designer
Alex Randolph
Artist
Alex Randolph, Fred Bauer, Klemens Franz, Macovill, Nordy, Paulina Victoria, Sybille Engels, Wanjin Gill
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
1,877owners
170wishlist
27want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
2 to 7, but it's more fun with 4 or more.
How long does a game take?
About 20 minutes — perfect for a quick session.
Is it good for kids?
Yes! Simple rules and friendly theme, great for ages 8+.
Is it luck or strategy?
More luck than strategy, but you can 'push others' luck' with the stacking!
Which edition to buy?
The turtle one (Mahé 2014) is easiest to find, but all versions share the same mechanics.
Language dependent?
No, cards only have numbers and icons.
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