Spots
- Designer Alex Hague , Jon Perry , Justin Vickers
- Publisher CMYK , Black Sea Puzzles , Choo Choo Games , CoolPlay , Devir
- Illustration John Bond
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Spots, players roll dice each turn and place them on dog cards. Dice that can’t be placed get buried in your yard. Bury too many dice and you bust your turn. The goal is to complete six dogs to win. The game mixes action drafting with push your luck in a playful animal-themed setting.
Who Is This Game For?
Spots is suitable for families and casual players aged 10 and up who enjoy quick tactical dice games. With a playing time of about 30 minutes, it fits well into short gaming sessions. Rules are straightforward, and prior dice game experience is helpful but not required.
How It Works
Players roll dice and decide how to place them on dog cards, utilizing mechanics like action drafting and contracts. Dice that can’t be placed increase the value of unchosen resources (the buried dice), adding risk. Push your luck is key, as burying too many dice causes a bust. The first to complete six dogs wins the race.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Alex Hague, Jon Perry, and Justin Vickers, Spots won the 2024 UK Games Expo Best Dice Game Judges and People's Choice Awards. It combines dice rolling with push your luck and action drafting in a dog-themed game. It’s also available digitally on Board Game Arena.
Awards
2024
- 2025 Gra Roku Children's Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Short playing time around 30 minutes
- Exciting push your luck with dice rolling
- Includes solo mode for single players
- Winner of UK Games Expo Best Dice Game Judges Award 2024
Contra
- Simple rules, more casual than expert level
- High risk can lead to quick busts and frustration
- Not suitable for children under 10
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a lighthearted animal world focused on dogs, where players complete dog cards by placing dice.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Manage your risk carefully and watch the buried dice to avoid busting early.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Spots includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, suitable for short sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic dice game experience helps, but newcomers can learn quickly.
How does this compare to similar games?
Spots uniquely combines push your luck, action drafting, and contracts in a dog-themed dice game.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it's family-friendly for ages 10 and up with simple yet tactical gameplay.
What mechanic makes it special?
The push your luck mechanic combined with dice rolling and action drafting defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Spots offers a quick, engaging dice game experience ideal for families and dice lovers. Its push your luck mechanic keeps tension high but requires risk-taking.
