7.0
rating
Ludopedia
7.1
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy quick dice-rolling and sheet-filling games, Virus!: Roll & Write is a great pick! It's a fun race packed with decisions.
Highlights
- Addictive dice rolling
- Quick strategic choices
- Engaging medical theme
- Great filler game
Keep in mind
- Can be swingy
- Interaction can be low
- Repetitive for some
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hey everyone! Ready for a race against time and viruses at General Hospital? In Virus!: Roll & Write, you're super ambitious medical students competing for a prestigious scholarship. The mission? Develop vaccines for four viruses that are keeping the scientific community up at night. To achieve this, you'll need to be smart with resource management and quick with clinical trials. The goal is to get ahead of the competition, but the big question is: is it worth collaborating to speed things up, or is it better to hinder your rivals? Just be careful not to contaminate everything with the viruses themselves, okay? This game is pure adrenaline, blending the tension of a race with the fun of a roll & write. Every dice roll could be your salvation or your downfall, and how you fill out your player sheet is crucial. It's a fast-paced and lighthearted way to dive into the world of medical research, with a touch of competition and strategic decisions that will leave you wondering if you made the right call. Do you have what it takes to become the next big name in medicine? Let's find out!
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
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3
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4
BEST
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Tranjis Games, Muduko
Designer
Abraham Sanchez Hermida, Paloma J. Pascual
Artist
David GJ
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
777owners
111wishlist
9want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in Virus!: Roll & Write?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.
How long does a game session last?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 20 minutes.
Is the game difficult to learn?
No, the complexity is quite low (1.89 on BGG), making it easy to pick up and play.
Do I need many components?
No, the beauty of the game lies precisely in using dice and paper sheets to record everything.
Is it a good game to play with beginners?
Yes! Because it's fast and has simple rules, it's an excellent entry point into the world of roll & writes.
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to be the student who excels most in vaccine development, earning points and outperforming competitors.
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