Daruma

What to Expect

In Daruma, players take turns rolling eight dice and use ones to fill the eyes of Daruma figures on the board. Filling an eye activates special powers that enable combo chains to gain more Darumas. The goal is to collect as many Darumas as possible and score the highest points at the end. Watch out: rolling four dice showing four ends your turn with no points. Darumas can also be gifted to other players to regain dice.

Who Is This Game For?

Daruma targets families and casual gamers aged 8 and up who enjoy quick, luck-based dice games. With a playtime of about 40 minutes, it fits well into game nights without lengthy setup. Rules are beginner-friendly but the push-your-luck element adds tactical depth for experienced players.

How It Works

The core mechanics are Dice Rolling and Push Your Luck. You roll eight dice, using ones to fill Daruma eyes on the board. Each filled eye triggers special abilities that create combos to gain more Darumas. Rolling four fours ends your turn with no score. You can gift Darumas to other players to regain dice. The player with the most points from collected Darumas wins.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Jorge J. Barroso and Jesús Fuentes, Daruma stands out by blending classic push-your-luck dice mechanics with a Japanese Buddhist theme. It features unique Daruma cards and an interactive gifting mechanic. While it has no awards yet, its combination of dice luck and card combos offers a distinct experience.

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in Buddhist Japan and revolves around collecting Daruma figures, traditional lucky charms. This theme influences the gameplay and artwork.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on safely filling Daruma eyes and learning card abilities before attempting riskier combos.

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Fazit

Daruma is an accessible and engaging dice game for 2 to 5 players that blends push-your-luck and combo mechanics. It is especially suitable for families and casual players seeking quick, interactive fun.