Roll Player
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- Designer Keith Matejka
- Publisher Thunderworks Games , Arclight Games , Banana Games , CrowD Games , Gémklub
- Illustration JJ Ariosa , Vincent Dutrait , Luis Francisco
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What to Expect
In Roll Player, you create your own hero by rolling and drafting dice to build attributes. Outfit your character with weapons and armor, train skills, and discover traits. The goal is to craft the strongest adventurer ready for an epic quest. The game blends luck with tactical planning in a medieval fantasy setting.
Who Is This Game For?
Roll Player is aimed at hobby gamers and fantasy fans aged 10 and up who enjoy dice and drafting mechanics. Suitable for 1 to 4 players with about 90 minutes playtime, it requires some patience and prior experience. A solo mode is included.
How It Works
Players roll dice and use open drafting to select dice that improve their character’s attributes. Set collection and variable player powers influence how equipment and skills shape each hero uniquely. Combining dice values and gear strategically builds a character competing for the highest reputation.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Keith Matejka and nominated for the 2016 Golden Geek Most Innovative Board Game, Roll Player merges dice mechanics with role-playing elements. It is part of the DIZED tutorial series and has digital versions on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Awards
2016
Pro
- Combines dice rolling with role-playing for strategic depth
- Includes a solo mode for single players
- Variable player powers allow unique character development
- Nominated for Golden Geek Most Innovative Board Game 2016
Contra
- 90-minute playtime requires patience
- Complexity targets hobby gamers
- Minimum age of 10 excludes younger children
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in a medieval fantasy world where heroes are created and prepared for epic quests. Elements like race, class, and equipment define characters in this magical realm.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on understanding the dice mechanics and experiment with different combinations to develop your hero effectively.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Roll Player supports 1 to 4 players and includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
Roll Player is designed for hobby gamers familiar with dice and drafting games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Roll Player uniquely combines dice mechanics with role-playing and variable player powers.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 10 and moderate complexity, it suits experienced families and older children.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its mix of dice rolling, open drafting, and variable player powers stands out.
Fazit
Roll Player is recommended for players who want to combine dice games with role-playing and strategic character building. Its duration and complexity make it less suited for casual or very young gamers.
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