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DIG (2017) Board Game

ByMichail

DIG is a board game released in 2017, designed by Julien Charbonnier and illustrated by MANGROVE GAMES. It falls under the categories of Adventure, Card Game, Fantasy, and has a video game theme. The game incorporates various mechanisms such as Open Drafting, Push Your Luck, Role Playing, and Worker Placement to provide an engaging gameplay experience for 2-4 players.

Game Components of DIG

  • 25 Yard Cards featuring dog bowls or patches of grass
  • Bone cards in 5 different colors
  • Dog player cards
  • Dog House card for reference

    How To Setup DIG

    To set up DIG, lay out the 25 Yard Cards in a line, representing the “yard.” Each player chooses a dog card and places it at the starting end of the yard. The game is ready to play once all players are positioned.

    Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

  • Gameplay Mechanics:**
  • MOVE:** Players can move their dog a maximum of 4 cards along the Yard Cards, with movement reduced by one card for each bone held.
  • DIG:** Players can dig up a bone and place the Bone card in their hand.
  • DROP:** Players can drop a bone into a matching colored Dog Bowl.
  • Game Objective:**
    – Collect bones from the yard and return them to the corresponding colored Dog Bowl.
    – The value of each bone is determined by the distance of its corresponding Dog Bowl to the Dog House at the end of the game.
    – The player with the most valuable collection of bones wins.

    Player Experience

    In DIG, players take on the role of dogs navigating through a yard to collect and deliver bones to colored bowls. The game features a unique “Leap Frog” mechanism where the card furthest from the Dog House fills the space created by a dug-up bone, affecting the final scoring. This mechanic requires strategic thinking and timing to maximize bone values. The game is simple to learn but offers depth in its strategic elements, making it enjoyable for both children and adults.

    Pros

  • Portable:** Extremely compact, making it easy to carry.
  • Adorable Artwork:** Charming and well-designed illustrations.
  • Strategic Depth:** More strategy than expected despite its simplicity.
  • Easy to Learn:** Simple rules that are quick to teach.

    Cons

  • Space Issues:** Despite its small size, the game can take up more space than expected during play.
  • Limited Variety:** Gameplay can become repetitive with limited variation.

    Personal Thoughts on DIG

    DIG is an excellent filler game for those waiting for other players to arrive or as a quick, fun addition to a gaming night. While it may not be the main event, its portability, charming artwork, and unexpected strategic depth make it a delightful addition to any game collection. It is suitable for both young and old players, offering a fun and simple experience with layers of strategy. However, those seeking a more complex or varied gaming experience might find DIG a bit limited.

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    • Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

    Hobby: Miniature painting guru, turning pewter into masterpieces
    Preferred Game: Dungeons & Dragons, but always up for a board game brawl

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