Island Dice (2015) Board Game
Island Dice is a board game released in 2015, designed by Jeremy S. and published by Casual Dragon Games. It is a dice game that combines elements of area majority/influence and dice rolling mechanics. The game is suitable for 2-4 players, with a runtime of 30-60 minutes and recommended for players aged 12 and above.
Game Components of Island Dice
How To Setup Island Dice
To set up Island Dice, players first place the game board in the middle of the playing area. Each player chooses a token and places it on the starting location on the board. The native village cards are shuffled and placed face down on designated spaces on the board. Each player receives a set of dice. The goal is to be the first player to befriend all four native villages or achieve the highest score by influencing areas on the island.
Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective
– Dice Rolling
– Area Majority / Influence
– Be the first player to befriend all four native villages by being the only player influencing each village.
– Alternatively, achieve the highest score by having the most influence over the island’s areas.
Player Experience
In Island Dice, players roll dice to determine which actions they can take. The game involves strategic placement and rolling of dice to influence different areas of the island and befriend native villages. Players need to balance their efforts between spreading their influence and ensuring they are the only ones befriending the villages.
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Personal Thoughts on Island Dice
Island Dice is a great option for those who enjoy light, strategic games that don’t require a significant time commitment. It’s ideal for families or casual gamers looking for a fun, easy-to-learn game. However, players seeking complex, deeply strategic games or those who prefer games with more player interaction might find Island Dice too simplistic.
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