Diceland: Deep White Sea
- Designer James Ernest , Toivo Rovainen
- Publisher Cheapass Games
- Illustration Eduardo Muller
Track your results with Playnexi
Add this game to your collection and track sessions, scores, and statistics.
Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Diceland: Deep White Sea, players roll and move octahedral paper dice with comic-style characters in a combat arena. Each die represents a character with unique powers, used to attack opponents and score points. The game blends dice rolling and variable player powers in fast-paced battles aiming to reach 50 points first.
Who Is This Game For?
Suitable for ages 10 and up, this quick 20-minute game is ideal for players who enjoy tactical combat with a dexterity element. It is a family-friendly game requiring no extensive experience and supports 2 to 5 players.
How It Works
Each turn, players can introduce a new character die into play, move a die by rotating it to a new face, or activate a die’s power. Attacks compare attack and block values to determine hits. Special actions can trigger chain reactions using other teammates’ powers, adding strategic depth.
What Makes It Special
Designed by James Ernest and Toivo Rovainen, Diceland: Deep White Sea stands out with its collectible paper octahedral dice featuring artwork by Eduardo Muller. It combines dice rolling and variable player powers within a sci-fi/fantasy combat theme and is part of the Diceland series using polyhedral dice as game pieces.
Pro
- Unique paper octahedral dice as characters
- Blend of Dice Rolling and Variable Player Powers
- Short 20-minute game duration
- Simple rules with tactical complexity
Contra
- Only for 2 to 5 players
- No solo mode available
- Requires dexterity and careful dice manipulation
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a fantasy and science fiction arena, players battle using character dice illustrated in colorful comic style. The theme merges futuristic and fantastical elements in a dice combat environment.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on effectively using your character dice’s abilities and planning moves strategically to maximize your combat advantage.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Diceland: Deep White Sea supports 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is family-friendly with straightforward rules and requires no special prior knowledge.
How does this compare to similar games?
Diceland uses unique paper polyhedral dice as characters, blending dice rolling with variable powers unlike many other dice combat games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, designed for ages 10 and up with easy-to-learn mechanics, it fits well for family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling and Variable Player Powers creates dynamic and tactical gameplay.
Fazit
Diceland offers fast, skill-based combat with tactical depth, perfect for players seeking quick battles using unique paper dice. Its simple mechanics and short playtime suit casual and family gamers alike.
