D-Day Dice
- Designer Emmanuel Aquin
- Publisher Valley Games, Inc.
- Illustration Emmanuel Aquin , Mark Poole
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In D-Day Dice, you play as Allied soldiers landing on Normandy's beaches on D-Day, trying to organize units to attack a German machine gun nest. Starting with small units, players gather resources like soldiers, specialists, and courage to strengthen their forces. The game features simultaneous turns and dice rolling, focusing on resource management and timing your moves. A solo mode is also included for single-player play.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players who enjoy cooperative dice games with a military theme. With a playtime around 45 minutes, it suits those with patience and some familiarity with dice mechanics. Recommended for ages 14 and up due to its complexity and thematic depth.
How It Works
D-Day Dice combines mechanics such as Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Push Your Luck, and Simultaneous Action Selection. Players simultaneously choose actions and roll dice to manage resources and strengthen their units. You must decide carefully when to advance your units to avoid losses. Resources carry over between rounds, allowing strategic planning.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Emmanuel Aquin, D-Day Dice was nominated in 2012 for Golden Geek Best Thematic Board Game, Best Wargame, and Most Innovative Board Game. It uniquely blends traditional wargame elements with push-your-luck dice and cooperative play, set in a historical World War II scenario.
Awards
2012
Pro
- Cooperative game with solo mode
- Innovative mix of dice rolling and resource management
- Strong World War II theme
- Supports 1-4 players
Contra
- Requires some learning of mechanics
- Dice luck can cause frustration
- Not suitable for players under 14
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set on June 6, 1944, the D-Day invasion of Normandy during World War II. Players lead Allied troops against German defenses on the beaches, simulating an authentic wartime scenario.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Plan cooperatively and communicate well when playing cooperative dice games like this.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, D-Day Dice includes optional solo rules.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game of D-Day Dice lasts around 45 minutes with minimal setup.
What prior experience do I need?
It is aimed at experienced players aged 14 and up who know cooperative and dice games.
How does this compare to similar games?
D-Day Dice stands out by combining classic wargame themes with push-your-luck dice and simultaneous actions.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation, it is better suited for experienced players rather than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, and Push Your Luck creates tension and teamwork.
Fazit
D-Day Dice is recommended for fans of cooperative dice and wargames with a historical setting, playable solo or with up to four players. The mix of luck and strategy demands some learning but offers engaging gameplay.
