8.9
rating
Ludopedia
8.3
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love a heavy tactical challenge and custom dice, Too Many Bones is a perfect dive into an epic adventure!
Highlights
- High-quality custom dice
- Incredible strategic depth
- Robust cooperative and solo campaign
- Unique and varied characters
- Very high replayability
Keep in mind
- Complex rules for beginners
- Long playtime possible
- Premium component price
About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for an epic adventure that will turn your head upside down, because Too Many Bones is here to redefine what you think about dice games! This cooperative or solo RPG, blending dice-building with an engaging narrative, throws you into a fantasy world where you take on the role of a new race. Your mission? Journey through the northern territories, confront rising enemy forces, and, of course, face off against the infamous villain behind all the trouble.
With over a hundred unique skill dice and various classes to choose from, each combat is a different tactical puzzle. The journey is divided into 8 to 12 intense battles before the final showdown with one of several possible kingpins. Along the way, you'll make crucial narrative choices, weighing risks, rewards, and the logic behind each decision – and yes, dice are woven into every aspect! Your party will also need to decide when to rest, explore, or which battles are truly worth pursuing. Encounter cards add fun plot twists and a touch of humor, setting the stage for your next challenge. It's a dense and strategic experience, where every dice roll and every choice matters.
With over a hundred unique skill dice and various classes to choose from, each combat is a different tactical puzzle. The journey is divided into 8 to 12 intense battles before the final showdown with one of several possible kingpins. Along the way, you'll make crucial narrative choices, weighing risks, rewards, and the logic behind each decision – and yes, dice are woven into every aspect! Your party will also need to decide when to rest, explore, or which battles are truly worth pursuing. Encounter cards add fun plot twists and a touch of humor, setting the stage for your next challenge. It's a dense and strategic experience, where every dice roll and every choice matters.
Expansions
Published additional content
Too Many Bones: 40 Days in Daelore
Too Many Bones: Age of Tyranny
Too Many Bones: Carcass
Too Many Bones: Dart
Too Many Bones: Gasket
Too Many Bones: Ghillie
Too Many Bones: Lab Rats
Too Many Bones: Nugget
Too Many Bones: Polaris
Too Many Bones: Rage of Tyranny
Too Many Bones: Riffle
Too Many Bones: Splice & Dice
Too Many Bones: Static
Too Many Bones: The Automaton of Shale
Too Many Bones: Tink
Too Many Bones: Trover
Gallery
Box and component photos
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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Too Many Bones Solo Tutorial and Playthrough Part 1
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Let's Play: Too Many Bones - A Tutorial
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TMB Trove Chest - How I store it all
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How to Play Too Many Bones (Official Video)
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Too Many Bones Solo Tutorial and Playthrough Part 3: Finale
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Learn co-op monster clobbering and RPG dice building in Too Many Bones (How to Play Board Games)
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Too many Bones Tutorial and Playthrough
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Too Many Bones Solo Tutorial and Playthrough Part 2
Rules manual
Official PDF file
Best player count
BGG community vote
1
REC
2
BEST
3
REC
4
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Chip Theory Games, asmodee, Dice Realm, Fox in the Box, Frosted Games, Gameland 游戏大陆
Designer
Adam Carlson, Josh J. Carlson
Artist
Anthony LeTourneau
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
26,428owners
13,311wishlist
1,411want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players does Too Many Bones support?
Too Many Bones is super versatile! It can be played by 1 to 4 players, making it a great option for both solo adventurers and groups looking for a cooperative experience.
What is the average playtime for a game?
Prepare for a journey! A game of Too Many Bones typically takes 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and the depth of your decisions. It's a game that asks for time to be savored.
Is Too Many Bones a complex game?
Yes, it has considerable complexity, with a BGG weight of 3.87/5. It's not a game for absolute beginners, but if you already have experience with board games and enjoy strategic challenges, you'll adapt well. The reward is huge!
Do I need expansions for the full experience?
Not at all! The base game already offers a rich and complete experience, with tons of replayability and content. Expansions are for those who already love the game and want even more variety and challenges.
Are the components high quality?
Chip Theory Games is renowned for the insane quality of its components! Expect heavy, custom dice, durable PVC cards, and a premium finish that justifies the investment. It's a luxury for both eyes and hands!
Does Too Many Bones have high language dependency?
Yes, the game has moderate to high language dependency. There's a good amount of text on encounter cards and character abilities. It's recommended to have a good level of English or rely on community-translated materials to fully enjoy it.
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