Roll Player
Thunderworks Games, Arclight Games, Banana Games · Board game · 2016
1–4 · best 3
Solo
60–90 min
Weight 2.4/5
Buy · from US$ 51.52
7.9
rating
Ludopedia
7.4
rating
BGG
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love the character creation aspect of RPGs and enjoy a dice puzzle, Roll Player is for you! It's a unique and very satisfying experience.
Highlights
- Fun character creation
- Engaging dice puzzle
- High replayability
- Well-implemented RPG theme
- High-quality components
Keep in mind
- Can feel a bit abstract
- Limited player interaction
- Initial learning curve
About the game
What you do in a play session
In Roll Player, we don't just go out and save the world right away. First, we have to create the perfect hero for that mission! Imagine you're building a character sheet for an RPG, but in a super fun and competitive way. Your goal is to construct the most epic adventurer of all time, preparing them for an unforgettable journey.
The game challenges you to roll and cleverly draft dice to fill in your character's attributes, such as Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence. But it doesn't stop there! You'll also spend some coins to buy awesome weapons and armor, train to acquire essential skills, and discover personality traits that will shape your hero. Each choice impacts your character's reputation, and whoever finishes with the highest reputation, meaning the best-crafted hero, wins the game. It's a race to create the ultimate champion, ready to face any threat that comes their way!
The game challenges you to roll and cleverly draft dice to fill in your character's attributes, such as Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence. But it doesn't stop there! You'll also spend some coins to buy awesome weapons and armor, train to acquire essential skills, and discover personality traits that will shape your hero. Each choice impacts your character's reputation, and whoever finishes with the highest reputation, meaning the best-crafted hero, wins the game. It's a race to create the ultimate champion, ready to face any threat that comes their way!
Expansions
Published additional content
Roll Player: Cartographer Backstory Promo Card
Roll Player: Fiends & Familiars
Roll Player: Frogkin Promo Punchboard
Roll Player: Lenticular Monster Cards Promo Pack
Roll Player: Lockup Pack
Roll Player: Minotaur Promo Punchboard
Roll Player: Monsters & Minions
Roll Player: Ring of Charity Promo Card
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Rules videos
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In English
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Roll Player - How To Play, by Watch It Play
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Roll Player - How to Play
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Roll Player - How To Play (quick-start)
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Roll Player - In Focus
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How to play Roll Player, solo
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Roll to Hit First Look: Roll Player
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How to play Roll Player - SOLO
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Peaky Boardgamer Episode #90 - Roll Player - Full rules explanation (English)
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Roll Player - How To Teach
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How to Play ROLL PLAYER with a Solo Playthrough
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How to Play: Roll Player - The Dragon Table
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Board Game Breakdown BURST: Roll Player in 3 Minutes!
Rules manual
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Best player count
BGG community vote
1
REC
2
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3
BEST
4
REC
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Thunderworks Games, Arclight Games, Banana Games, CrowD Games, Gémklub, Gen-X Games (GenX)
Designer
Keith Matejka
Artist
JJ Ariosa, Luis Francisco, Vincent Dutrait
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
34,788owners
5,963wishlist
732want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Roll Player?
Roll Player is a flexible game that can be enjoyed by 1 to 4 players, making it great for both solo sessions and larger groups.
What is the average playtime for Roll Player?
A game typically takes between 60 to 90 minutes. The time may vary slightly depending on the number of players and the group's familiarity with the rules.
Is Roll Player a complex game for beginners?
It has a medium complexity rating (2.42/5 on BGG), which means it's not super simple, but also not overly difficult. The rules are well-structured, and the game flow is intuitive after a few rounds.
What are the main components of the game?
You'll find lots of colorful dice, attribute cards, race cards, class cards, skill cards, equipment cards, and reputation tokens. All with beautiful artwork that helps immerse you in the theme!
Who is Roll Player best suited for?
It's perfect for those who love RPGs and the character creation aspect, but want a more board game-focused experience. Fans of games with drafting and set collection mechanics will also enjoy it a lot.
Does the game have expansions?
Yes, Roll Player has several expansions that add new modules, characters, and challenges, further increasing replayability and strategic depth. 'Monsters & Minions' and 'Fiends & Familiars' are the most well-known.
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