Dice Forge
2–4 players • 45 min • ages 10+ • Régis Bonnessée • 2017
- Designer
- Régis Bonnessée
- Publisher
- Libellud
- First published
- 2017
- Players
- 2–4 players
- Playing time
- 45 min
- Age
- 10+
How it plays
Dice Forge plays 2–4 players, takes about 45 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 10 and up.
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Where it came from
Dice Forge was published by Libellud in 2017, emerging from a period of high experimentation in board game mechanics. Designed by Régis Bonnessée, the game introduced a unique 'dice-crafting' system that allowed players to physically swap out the faces of their dice during play. This innovative approach sought to address the inherent randomness of dice by granting players agency over their own luck, transforming a tool of chance into a customizable resource.
The aesthetic of the game, featuring vibrant, ethereal fantasy artwork, was intended to evoke a sense of mythic competition among heroes ascending to the heavens. Upon its release, it was generally well-received for its high production quality and tactile satisfaction, though critics often noted that the gameplay experience was lighter than its sophisticated components might initially suggest. It remains a hallmark of the 'modern classic' era of hobby gaming due to its distinctive physical engineering.
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About Dice Forge
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How do you play Dice Forge?
Dice Forge is a board game for 2–4 players, running about 45 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Dice Forge for?
Dice Forge is built for 2–4 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Dice Forge take to play?
A game of Dice Forge is listed at about 45 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Dice Forge for?
Dice Forge lists a minimum age of 10. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Who designed Dice Forge?
Dice Forge was designed by Régis Bonnessée. It's published by Libellud. The catalog gives its publication year as 2017.
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