Dune

The Dice Game

3 - 8 Players 30 - 120 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Team-Based Game, Variable Player Powers

Bluffing, Dice, Fighting, Negotiation, Novel-based, Print & Play, Science Fiction

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Description

Dune: The Dice Game drops you into the gritty world of Frank Herbert's Dune universe, where you'll battle for control of Arrakis, the infamous desert planet. With 3 to 8 players taking on the roles of various factions, each with their own special abilities, you'll need to navigate the complex web of alliances, negotiations, and outright combat to emerge victorious. The game is driven by dice rolls, which can be influenced but never fully controlled, adding an element of unpredictability to each turn. As you recruit troops, ship them to the surface, and launch attacks, you'll need to balance short-term gains with long-term strategy, all while keeping a weather eye out for sandstorms, giant sandworms, and other hazards. With playtime ranging from 30 to 120 minutes, Dune: The Dice Game offers a thrilling experience that's both faithful to the original novels and accessible to fans of board games, making it a great fit for anyone looking for a challenging and immersive sci-fi adventure.