Monsters on Board

Final Frontier Games · Board game · 2022
1–4 · best 3 Solo 45–60 min Weight 2.8/5
8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
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8.2 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love dice, light strategy, and a horror vibe, Monsters on Board will hook you in every round.

Highlights
  • Fun dice drafting
  • Strategic fear vs. action balance
  • Miniatures that drive the plot
Keep in mind
  • Fast, but attention needed
  • Not for horror-averse players
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About the game
Monsters on Board is a dice-based game that blends strategy, luck, and a splash of horror. Over six rounds, each player tries to assemble the most powerful monster squad by drafting dice that arrive in fear-filled vehicles. After selecting four dice, you send them to the “Order of Spider Jack,” where each die earns actions and, when the big Jack is called, releases a hefty dose of Spook Juice – the monster party fuel. The higher the die’s number, the scarier the monster, but it also offers fewer powerful actions. Conversely, weaker monsters grant more actions, so the choice is strategic: you want the right mix of fear and action. Meanwhile, the monsters move their miniatures – the Grunts – through the town of Startleton, scaring the townsfolk and granting action bonuses. Spook Juice bonuses are awarded at the end, based on how well you fulfilled your Prophecy cards, how much terror you caused in the town, and whether you appeased the Arch Monsters that appear in the final rounds. The goal is simple: accumulate the most Spook Juice and become the night’s master. The game combines dice rolling with open drafting and a touch of track movement for the miniatures. The result is a fast, fun, horror-themed experience where every game feels like a distinct hunt. If you love dice, light strategy, and a horror vibe, Monsters on Board will hook you in every round.
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Components: Dice with Icons Creatures: Ghosts Creatures: Monsters Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Mechanism: Dice Drafting
Publisher Final Frontier Games
Designer Aleksandar Mikic, Ivo Neskovic, Samoil Petreski
Artist Mihajlo Dimitrievski
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play?
Monsters on Board supports 1 to 4 players, making it great for small groups or solo sessions.
What is the average game duration?
Each session runs between 45 and 60 minutes, ideal for quick gaming nights.
What is the complexity level?
Medium; it involves dice rolling, strategic choices, and miniature movement, but stays approachable.
What components are included?
Dice with icons, monster miniatures (Grunts), Prophecy cards, a Spook Juice tracker, and track movement pieces.
Who is this game for?
Fans of dice games, horror themes, and open drafting mechanics.
How does the dice drafting work?
On each round, players pick dice from a set of available dice, building monster squads that define their actions and rewards.