Pick-omino
- Designer Reiner Knizia
- Publisher Zoch Verlag , 999 Games , Egmont Polska , Enigma (Bergsala Enigma) , FoxMind Israel
- Illustration Xavier Gueniffey Durin , Doris Matthäus , Matías Trillo
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Pickomino, players roll dice to collect fried worms for their chickens, risking busting as they push their luck. Players set aside dice of a chosen value and reroll the rest, deciding when to stop and claim a tile or risk losing one. The game mixes luck and simple tactics, with a quick 20-minute playtime for lively rounds.
Who Is This Game For?
Pickomino targets families and casual gamers seeking an easy-to-learn dice game. Suitable for children 8 and older, it requires no prior experience and offers a light, party-style gaming session rather than deep strategy.
How It Works
Players roll multiple dice each turn, setting aside all dice of a chosen number. Remaining dice are rerolled to collect more matching values. Players can stop anytime to claim a tile or keep rolling, risking a bust that causes loss of a tile. The game uses Dice Rolling, Push Your Luck, Re-rolling and Locking, and Take That mechanics.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Reiner Knizia, Pickomino is part of the Heckmeck series and was nominated for the 2005 German Learning Game Award and won Japan's Best Foreign Game for Beginners. Its blend of risk-taking dice play and a chicken-and-worm theme distinguishes it among dice games.
Pro
- Short playtime around 20 minutes
- Easy rules for family and beginners
- Engaging Push Your Luck mechanic
- Part of Reiner Knizia's Heckmeck series
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Limited strategic depth for experts
- Luck can frustrate some players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game features a humorous chicken theme where players collect fried worms to feed their chickens, creating a lighthearted animal world setting.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Balance risk and reward carefully, knowing when to stop rolling to avoid losing tiles.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Pickomino is designed for 2 to 7 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, enabling quick, repeatable play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is easy to learn and requires no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Pickomino combines Push Your Luck and Dice Rolling mechanics with a unique animal theme, setting it apart from classic dice games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, with an age minimum of 8 and simple rules, it's well suited for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Push Your Luck mechanic combined with Re-rolling and Locking creates tension and excitement.
Fazit
Pickomino is a quick, family-friendly dice game with simple rules and engaging risk mechanics. It suits casual groups and children but lacks depth for expert gamers seeking complex strategy.
