Last time, we introduced some of the most popular best custom dice games, and this time we introduce them.
1. Roll for the Galaxy
Roll for the Galaxy is a space worker placement game in the popular game Race for the Galaxy series. It is the first dice game to truly take custom dice with their own symbols and use them as replacements for workers (explorers, developers, settlers, producers, and shippers). And it popularized a mechanism – called dice placement. It can be found in today’s top dice games.
What makes Roll for the Galaxy different from other top dice games is the thematic integration of dice. The multi-colored dice are divided into five different color groups, each with five different symbols. The dice are very beautiful and are the basic element of the game itself.
How to play
You place the dice in specific positions on the small strip. And choose a stage from a total of five stages (exploration, development, settlement, production, and transportation). Each stage has its own advantages. But you can only play one at a time! This strategic challenge makes this game the best custom dice game you can find. Because the dice are how you play the game. You can do this secretly behind a foldable screen to block your opponent’s view.
When everyone has placed their dice, the screen is removed and the selected phase is revealed. After placing the dice, you can use them to 1) scout, 2) build development zones, 3) settle the world, 4) produce goods, or 5) deliver goods.
2. Dice Forge
Dice Forge is one of the best custom dice games. Because it uses the sacred metal dice in a novel way. It’s the greatest invention since sliced ​​bread. The faces of the dice are removable and you can replace them with other faces!
The hype here is real, though. This is not a gimmick of any kind. You essentially upgrade your dice to make them super powerful during the game. Do the new faces cost some money? Of course they do, but they are worth it. By upgrading, you will be able to gain the resources you need. Fight mythical beasts to gain street cred. In the form of glory points. And impress the gods!
Gameplay
You will spend some gold and some sun or moon fragments to increase the probability of successfully completing a “heroic feat”. Thus paving your way to glory and victory. You will collect power-ups. Allowing you to re-roll the dice, pick up special dice faces or exchange gold for glory points. Throughout the game, your goal is to win a tournament where other heroes are also trying to impress the powers that be.
