Pyradice
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- Designer André Silva
- Publisher MEBO Games , Arcane Wonders
- Illustration Roman Kucharski
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What to Expect
Players take dice from a quarry and place them into a personal pyramid, activating bonuses on different floors that let them manipulate already-placed dice (rotate, reroll, etc.). Public objective cards define patterns — such as only even values or ascending sequences — that score points at game end.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for two players aged 8 and up, Pyradice is a short (about 30 minutes) tactical duel suited to families and gamers who enjoy dice-focused, pattern-building challenges.
How It Works
Each turn you draft dice from the quarry (Action Drafting) and place them into your pyramid; placement rules and the floor determine which bonuses you gain. The game centers on Pattern Building and End Game Bonuses from public objectives, while dice act as workers (Worker Placement with Dice Workers) whose positions affect available actions and scoring.
What Makes It Special
André Silva mixes dice-as-workers with a pyramid construction theme; Pyradice was nominated in 2026 for the GEEKS d'OURO Portuguese Board Game of the Year. Its strict two-player design emphasizes head-to-head tactical play.
Awards
- 2026 GEEKS d'OURO Portuguese Board Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Short playtime (~30 minutes) for quick duels
- Designed specifically for two-player head-to-head play
- Combines dice-worker mechanics with pattern-building depth
- Floor-based bonuses allow meaningful manipulation of placed dice
Contra
- Base game is limited to two players
- Requires familiarity with dice mechanics; some learning curve for newcomers
Setting & atmosphere
The theme centers on ancient construction: players represent a civilization aiming to build pyramids, using a quarry of colored dice and arranging them into personal pyramids.
Tips for beginners
Focus on meeting one or two public objectives early and use floor bonuses to fix or improve problematic dice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. Pyradice is designed for two players (players.min = 2).
How long does a game really take?
About 30 minutes, plus setup and explanation time.
What prior experience do I need?
Some exposure to dice-driven or pattern-building games helps to grasp the tactical options quickly.
How does this compare to similar games?
Pyradice pairs dice-as-workers mechanics with pattern-based end scoring and a strict two-player focus, setting it apart from many multiplayer dice games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes; with a min age of 8 and short playtime it fits family game sessions where two players prefer tactical duels.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Worker Placement with Dice Workers and Pattern Building, with floor bonuses to manipulate dice, is the core mechanic.
Fazit
A compact, dice-centric two-player title with tactical depth; recommended if you want quick, competitive duels. Note that the base box is built for two players only.
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