# Nations: The Dice Game ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2014 - **BGG Rating**: 6.9 - **BGG Rank**: #1304 - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 20-40 min - **Weight**: 2.01 / 5 - **Designers**: Rustan Håkansson - **Artists**: Frida Lögdberg, Jere Kasanen, Ossi Hiekkala, Paul Laane - **Publishers**: Lautapelit.fi, Pegasus Spiele, Stronghold Games - **Categories**: Ancient, Civilization, Dice, Medieval, Renaissance - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Events, Push Your Luck, Re-rolling and Locking, Turn Order: Stat-Based, Variable Set-up ## Verdict A perfect civilization appetizer for time-crunched dice lovers!Fast and highly dynamicEasy to learnGreat portabilityRisk vs rewardHeavy luck elementLight strategic depthRECOMMENDED ## Description Want to build an empire without spending four hours doing it? Nations: The Dice Game is your new pocket-sized obsession! It captures the epic essence of the original 'Nations'—that satisfying feeling of watching your civilization evolve through the ages—and compresses it into a fast-paced, dice-driven experience. Here, you aren't just a strategist; you're a master of risk. The gameplay unfolds over four historical ages. During each round, you'll roll your dice to decide your nation's fate: will you purchase new tiles, build world-shaking wonders, or focus on military might to ensure you act first in the next round? The choice is yours, but watch out! Luck is a fickle mistress. You can opt to re-roll to chase that perfect result, but if you push your luck too far, you might end up with a collapsing economy or face the wrath of war and famine, which act as sudden events testing your people's resilience. It's a constant balancing act between managing resources—like food for your growing population—and accumulating achievements to score victory points. With components featuring icon-based dice and a turn order driven by your military strength, every roll matters. This is the perfect pick for fans of deep civilization builders who want something that fits between a coffee break and their next appointment. Grab your dice, pick your era, and show the world who's boss! ## FAQ ### How long does a game last? It's very quick! Each player takes about 10-15 minutes, making the whole session quite snappy. ### Is it hard to learn? Not at all! The rules are intuitive and dice-focused, perfect for immediate fun. ### How many players can play? 1 to 4 players. And yes, it works great solo! ### Is it very luck-dependent? Yes, dice drive much of the action, but you have tools to manage risk and make smart moves. ### Who would enjoy this game? Fans of civilization games looking for a high-quality 'filler' or anyone who loves 'push your luck' mechanics. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 334,55 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B071VQTS7J?tag=bgbot26-20) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/nations-the-dice-game ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 28.62 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1434792&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.67 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6077283&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.79 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6915755&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4886809&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 39.98 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1662838&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 41.30 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4781021&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 43.32 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3437513&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 46.69 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=951578&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 149.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=489667&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/13420/nations-the-dice-game?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com