Bowl Bound
- Designer David S. Neft , Dr. Thomas Nicely
- Publisher The Avalon Hill Game Co , Sports Illustrated
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In Bowl Bound, you act as a quarterback leading your college team to a national championship with realistic play-by-play charts based on computer-analyzed historic data. The game combines dice rolling and strategic decision-making to simulate football plays. Your tactical choices in selecting offensive and defensive formations affect the outcome, while dice introduce randomness.
Who Is This Game For?
Bowl Bound is a game for enthusiasts of American football and simulation games. Suitable for 1 to 4 players, it includes a solo mode. With an estimated playtime of 120 minutes, it demands patience and familiarity with more complex dice and simulation mechanics. Recommended for players aged 12 and up.
How It Works
The core mechanics are Dice Rolling and Simulation. Players use specially designed dice and Play/Action Team Charts to determine possible moves like kickoffs, offensive plays, or defensive formations. Your decisions guide the flow, while dice rolls add variability, creating a mix of strategy and chance.
What Makes It Special
Designed by David S. Neft and Dr. Thomas Nicely, Bowl Bound is an early example of sports simulation with dice. It belongs to Avalon Hill's Sports Illustrated Games series from the 1970s. Its distinctive feature is the use of computer-analyzed historical data to create realistic play charts, differentiating it from simpler sports dice games.
Pro
- Realistic football simulation through computer-analyzed play charts
- Includes solo mode for single players
- Uses specially designed dice for simulation
- Part of Avalon Hill's Sports Illustrated Games series
Contra
- Long playtime of about 120 minutes requires patience
- Complex rules and dice mechanics can be challenging for beginners
- Theme is very specific to American football fans
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game simulates college American football from the 1960s and 1970s in the USA, focusing on national championship play with historically accurate teams and plays.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the play charts and dice mechanics thoroughly to make better decisions.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Bowl Bound includes a solo mode allowing play for a single player.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 120 minutes, but duration can vary with experience.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at enthusiasts familiar with complex dice and simulation mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
Bowl Bound uses computer-analyzed historical football data, setting it apart from simpler dice sports games.
Is this suitable for families?
With a recommended minimum age of 12 and complex rules, it is better suited for older players and enthusiasts.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling and Simulation with play/action team charts is central.
Fazit
Bowl Bound is recommended for American football fans and those who appreciate historical sports simulations with complex dice mechanics and longer playtimes.
