Should I Play Too Many Bones?
Players: 1 – 4 players | Game Duration 60 – 120 mins |
Min. Age 12+ | Game complexity: EASY Genre: Adventure, Dice, Fantasy
Solo game mode: Yes | Co-op: Yes |
Online Version: No
What is Too Many Bones about?
Find out about ‘Too Many Bones,’ and what makes this dice builder game stand out.
Too Many Bones: A Game Overview
‘Too Many Bones’ is a cooperative, dice-based adventure game filled with strategic decisions and RPG (Role-Playing Game) elements. It’s a game that combines excitement and deep tactical gameplay into an unforgettable journey that challenges your problem-solving skills.
Every game session unfolds as an epic quest where players select Gearlocs (the game’s unique characters) and embark on a series of battles and encounters designed to test their abilities to the fullest.
Understanding the Gameplay Mechanics
The game’s core mechanics revolve around dice and character customization, providing a fresh experience with every playthrough. Each Gearloc comes with a set of custom dice representing different skills and abilities, which you can use to outmaneuver your opponents and overcome critical challenges.
During the game, you’ll discover engaging mechanics such as:
Skill Acquisition: As players advance and gain experience points, they can acquire new skills and abilities, introducing new dice to their active pools.
Combat Encounters: Players face off against challenging enemies in combat, rolling dice to attack, defend, and activate Gearloc abilities.
Adaptive Scenarios: The game offers several scenarios and tyrants to defeat, each with unique rules and victory conditions, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.Risk Management: Tactically choosing which and how many dice to roll in battle, considering potential outcomes and the randomness inherent to dice-rolling.
What Makes ‘Too Many Bones’ Exciting?
‘Too Many Bones’ shines as a board game due to several factors:
Character Progression: Players experience a sense of growth and accomplishment as their characters evolve and become more powerful.
Customization: With multiple characters and skill upgrade paths, players have significant control over their play style and strategic choices.
High Replay Value: No two games are alike, thanks to the diverse scenarios and enemies that change the gameplay dynamic.
Cooperative Play: Working together as a team to defeat the game’s tyrants encourages communication and strategic planning among players.
The Ideal Audience for ‘Too Many Bones’
The game’s complexity and strategic depth make it particularly appealing to the following types of players:
Hardcore Gamers: Those who appreciate intricate mechanics and deep strategy will find themselves drawn to the layers of gameplay that ‘Too Many Bones’ provides.
RPG Fans: Enthusiasts who enjoy character building and role-playing will relish in developing their Gearlocs’ skills and tackling the game’s rich narrative.
Board Game Veterans: Experienced board gamers looking for a cooperative and challenging experience will appreciate what ‘Too Many Bones’ has to offer.
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Awards Won by Too Many Bones
2017 Golden Geek Best Solo Board Game Nominee 2017 Golden Geek Best Cooperative Game Nominee 2017 Board Game Quest Awards Best Game from a Small Publisher Winner 2017 Board Game Quest Awards Best Game from a Small Publi