If you enjoy a good roll-and-write with a Tetris vibe and a touch of player interaction to mess with your friends, Number Drop might be your new favorite! It's quick, easy to learn, and has that satisfying tension of trying to optimize your moves.
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Fast and addictive
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Easy to learn
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Clever interaction
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Nostalgic theme
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Keep in mind
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Relies a bit on luck
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Can feel repetitive
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Limited strategic depth
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a game that feels a lot like Tetris, but on your tabletop and with dice! In Number Drop, the goal is to be clever and fit numbers and shapes onto your grid in the right way. You'll roll 4 number dice and 1 shape die to determine what you need to draw or fill in on your grid. The objective is to create combinations of identical or consecutive numbers to score points, but watch out for penalties that can drop onto your opponents! Plus, if you want to hinder them a bit, there are 5 block tiles you can use to obstruct their space. It's a fast-paced game, perfect for those who enjoy a puzzling challenge and a bit of luck with dice rolls. You can play it solo or compete with up to 5 friends, and games only take about 20 minutes. The target is to reach 100 points, but whoever has the most when the game ends wins. It's one of those games that makes you think 'just one more turn!' due to its simplicity and escalating tension.
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Components: Dice with IconsDigital Implementations: Board Game ArenaMechanism: Roll-and-WritePlayers: Games with Solitaire RulesVideo Game Theme: Tetris
businessPublisherAlderac Entertainment Group, Débâcle Jeux
editDesignerBenoit Turpin, Florian Sirieix
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many players can play? expand_more
Number Drop is super flexible! You can play solo or with up to 6 players. It's great for a casual night with friends or for a solo challenge.
How long does a game take? expand_more
Games are quite fast, usually around 20 minutes. Perfect for fitting into any break or for playing multiple rounds in a row.
Are the rules difficult to learn? expand_more
Not at all! The rules are very simple and straightforward. You'll get the hang of it in minutes, making it ideal for introducing new players to the world of board games.
Is the game more about luck or strategy? expand_more
There's a nice balance between the two. Dice rolls bring the luck, but your ability to plan and optimize your grid filling is what will lead you to victory. And of course, knowing when to use the blocking tiles to hinder others counts a lot!
Who is this game best suited for? expand_more
It's ideal for those who enjoy quick games, puzzles, roll-and-write mechanics, and have a soft spot for video game themes, especially Tetris. It works well for family game nights or with friends who aren't hardcore gamers.
Is there a lot of player interaction? expand_more
Yes! While you're focused on optimizing your own grid, you can use tiles to block opponents' spaces and send penalties. It's not an aggressive game, but it has nice interaction to make things more fun.
