Roll, reroll, and lock dice to recruit the best citizens before rival kings do.
Who it's for
Great for groups who enjoy Yahtzee-style dice tension dressed up with a fantasy kingdom theme and light set collection.
Not for you if…
Skip it if you want deep strategic control — the dice have the final say, and that randomness can frustrate players who dislike luck-heavy scoring.
Vibe's take
Quick and light with real push-your-luck tension — each reroll decision feels like a small gamble, and watching a scoundrel wreck your plans keeps everyone leaning forward.
King of the Dice puts you on a freshly won throne with an empty kingdom to fill. Roll up to three times per turn to meet the requirements on citizen cards — merchants, gnomes, dwarves, dragons, and fairies all want to move in, but only if your dice cooperate. Special cards twist your strategy, while scoundrels and dragons threaten to undo your hard work. The ruler with the finest citizens after all rounds wins the crown.
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Players
Duration
20–30 min
Ages 6+
Complexity
1.1 / 5 — Very LightBGG Rating
6.1/10
Rank #2,578
2.2k ratings
Published
2017