BANG! The Dice Game
- Designer Michael Palm , Lukas Zach
- Publisher DV Games , ABACUSSPIELE , Albi , asmodee , Bard Centrum Gier
- Illustration Riccardo Pieruccini
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In BANG! The Dice Game, players take on secret roles such as Sheriff, Deputies, Outlaws, or Renegades in the American Old West. Each player rolls five dice up to three times per turn to shoot, heal, or fend off Indian attacks represented by tokens. The game ends when a team fulfills its victory condition, with death not always meaning elimination.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 3 to 8 players aged 8 and up, this quick 15-minute game suits those who enjoy party games with bluffing and team-based mechanics. It is accessible to newcomers but involves tactical dice management.
How It Works
Players have secret roles that align them with teams: Sheriff and Deputies, Outlaws, or Renegades. On a turn, a player rolls five dice up to three times to trigger actions like shooting neighbors, healing, or gaining range. Arrow dice grant Indian tokens that cause damage once a threshold is reached. The push-your-luck and re-rolling mechanics add tension until a team wins or players are eliminated.
What Makes It Special
Created by Michael Palm and Lukas Zach in 2013, this dice adaptation of the popular BANG! card game was nominated for the 2013 Golden Geek Best Party Board Game. It uniquely blends hidden roles, push-your-luck, and team play within a Wild West dice game experience.
Awards
2013
- 2021 Bulgarian Board Game Awards Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2014 Boardgames Australia Awards Best International Game — Nominated
Pro
- Quick rounds around 15 minutes
- Secret roles foster social interaction and bluffing
- Push-Your-Luck and re-rolling add excitement
- Part of the established BANG! game family with Western theme
Contra
- No solo mode, requires 3-8 players
- Luck plays a significant role due to dice mechanics
- Bluff elements may be complex for very young players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the American Wild West during a time of lawlessness, featuring Indian attacks as a central theme. Players assume roles like Sheriffs, Deputies, and Outlaws.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on reading other players’ roles and use your rolls strategically to maximize your impact.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, BANG! The Dice Game is designed for 3 to 8 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 15 minutes, allowing for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It is a light strategy game suitable for newcomers; familiarity with dice or bluff games helps but is not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
As a dice version of the BANG! card game, it combines hidden roles with push-your-luck and team mechanics in a Western setting.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 8, it suits families looking for fast, social games involving bluffing.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of hidden roles, push your luck, and re-rolling dice makes the gameplay dynamic and engaging.
Fazit
BANG! The Dice Game is ideal for players seeking fast, social games with bluff and team dynamics. Pure strategists might find the luck element more prominent.
