Wroth

Chip Theory Games, Fox in the Box, Frosted Games · Board game · 2025
7.6 Ludopedia 7.5 BGG 1–4 · best 4 Solo 60 min Weight 2.3/5
Buy · from US$ 62.33
7.6 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love area‑control games with deep strategic choices, Wroth gives you that in a tidy hour.

Highlights
  • Striking asymmetry
  • Open dice drafting
  • Well‑designed solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve for mechanics
  • Some powers hard to optimize
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Wroth drops up to four players (or a brave solo adventurer) onto the eponymous island, a map packed with strategic routes and influence points. Each participant picks an asymmetric faction, each with unique abilities that dramatically alter playstyle. The core of the game is an open action‑dice draft: everyone sees the available dice, selects symbols, then rolls to generate resources, move troops, or trigger exclusive powers. Using icon‑filled dice instead of numbers speeds resolution and adds a satisfying visual flair.

With resources in hand, you place and move multiple units, aiming to dominate key areas. Territory control follows a majority/influence mechanic: the player with the most presence in a region earns victory points or tactical bonuses. Factions also have once‑per‑game abilities, demanding perfect timing to swing the tide.

The game supports three modes – competitive, cooperative (all players tackling a preset scenario), and solo – with the win condition of reaching 30 victory points or completing the scenario mission. Learning is quick – about 10‑15 minutes – and a typical session runs roughly an hour, perfect for a game night. Production values are sharp, featuring a colorful board, troop miniatures, and well‑designed icon dice. In short, Wroth offers deep strategy, striking asymmetry, and high replay value in an approachable package.

Rules videos

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6 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 OK
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Dice with Icons Crowdfunding: Gamefound Misc: DIZED Tutorial Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Chip Theory Games, Fox in the Box, Frosted Games, HIT Games, Lavka Games, Lucky Duck Games, Maldito Games, Portal Games
Designer Manny Trembley
Artist Manny Trembley

Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, including a solo mode.
How long does a game take?
About 60 minutes, give or take depending on player count.
What is the complexity level?
Weight 2.27/5 – easy to learn, but offers deep strategic options.
What components are included?
A colorful board, troop miniatures, icon dice, faction cards, and resource tokens.
Can beginners enjoy it?
Absolutely; the tutorial fits in 10‑15 minutes and the pace is friendly for newcomers.

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