The best games with dice rolling 🎲 2026

Looking for a really good game where you can throw dice 🎲? Then we have just the thing for you: The list with the best games where you roll the dice 2026.

What are dice rolling games?

A game mechanism where the dice are rolled in a game can be used for many things, the most obvious being chance. So, a fixed component of games on this list is that at least one die is included. However, rolling dice does not necessarily have to be the central game principle.

Different uses and types of dice

Dice can also be used as game pieces; for example, the piece starts with an energy value of 6 and is turned to 5 at the end of a round when it is a player's turn, and so on. The dice themselves can be quite individual in appearance and number of possibilities and can have different sizes, shapes and colors to represent different things. An unusual variant are for example the dice of Pass the Pigs - here small pig figures form the dice.

Dice rolling in Kreig games

In war games, dice are usually used in conjunction with a variety of tables, most notably a "battle result table" that gives a result by strengths of both sides (either as a ratio or as a differential) and a die roll (1D6, 2D6 and 1D10 are most commonly used).

Distinction from the category "dice games"

Rolling dice can be the central element of the game principle - and not just an accessory. As an example, consider Yahtzee. If these games are good enough for this list, we have mentioned them here as well... but we have created a separate category for the pure dice games: The best dice games 2026.

Examples of games where you can throw dice

A good example of a game where you can roll dice (but it's not the central element) is Wingspan. Here the dice are not always used, but are often needed for some degree of randomness.

Another example is The Quacks of Quedlinburg - here the player with the most points rolls the dice each round for his reward.

List of the best games 2026 where you can roll dice 🎲

This list was last updated on June 2, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. The Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition

    The Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition revitalizes Stefan Feld's classic strategy game for 1-4 players, where participants embody aristocrats managing their princedoms. This special edition, a collaboration between Ravensburger and Awaken Realms, elevates the game with a full art redesign, premium materials, and enhanced components, offering a luxurious playing experience as players build their settlements, castles, and engage in trade.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 1.

    More details for The Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition
    • 👥 1 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 70 - 120 Minutes
    • 🧒 12+ years old
    • 🧩 Medium difficulty
  2. Marvel: Crisis Protocol – Earth's Mightiest Core Set

    • 👥 2 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 Minutes
    • 🧒 14+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  3. Sky Team - Prepare for Landing

    Players take on the roles of a pilot and a co-pilot in a cooperative game for two. The objective is to work together to land your airplane at various airports around the world. Successful landing requires silently coordinating dice placement in your cockpit to balance the aircraft, control speed, deploy flaps, and even brew coffee to enhance focus. Each airport presents unique challenges, so stay alert for turbulence—it could be a bumpy ride!

    Nominated for 14 awards and won 9.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2024

    More details for Sky Team - Prepare for Landing
    • 👥 2 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
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  5. Ready Set Bet

    Players and their friends head to the races to cheer and bet on their favorite horses, with outcomes determined by dice rolls. The game is played over four rounds, each consisting of a race followed by a betting resolution. Players can place their betting tokens freely on the board during the race and earn money based on their bets, with a chance to gain a VIP club card for greater winnings in subsequent races. The player with the most money after four rounds wins.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.

    More details for Ready Set Bet
    • 👥 2 - 9 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  6. Tumblin' Dice

    Tumblin' Dice is a dexterity dice game where players score by sliding dice onto a multi-tiered board with scoring zones.

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    • 👥 1 - 6 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 - 45 Minutes
    • 🧒 7+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  7. Zombie Kidz Evolution

    Zombie Kidz Evolution is a pioneering legacy-style board game designed specifically for children. Building upon the foundation of the 2013 game Zombie Kidz, this version introduces a dynamic and evolving gameplay experience. Set in a school under siege by zombies, young players must navigate through rooms and entryways to fend off the undead and prevent them from overrunning the school. The objective is to lock all four entryways of the school, a task complicated by the absence of the custodian. As players progress and improve their skills, they can undertake missions and earn trophies and stickers, similar to achievements in video games. The game also features envelopes that, when opened, add new elements to the game, including challenges, powers, and heroes, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.

    Nominated for 9 awards and won 5.

    More details for Zombie Kidz Evolution
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 Minutes
    • 🧒 7+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  8. The Quack of Quedlinburg (Kennerspiel 2018 winner)

    Become a cunning charlatan or a quack doctor in the whimsical world of The Quacks of Quedlinburg. In this quirky board game, each player concocts their own secret brew, one ingredient at a time. But beware, for a careless addition could spoil the entire mixture!

    Nominated for 17 awards and won 12.

    ⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2018

    More details for The Quack of Quedlinburg (Kennerspiel 2018 winner)
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  9. Las Vegas

    Las Vegas is a lively, dice-based game that combines luck, strategy, and the joy of thwarting your opponents. Developed by Stefan Brück at alea, it's designed to be an easy and interactive game, full of schadenfreude moments.

    Nominated for 8 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2012

    More details for Las Vegas
    • 👥 2 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  10. Rhino Hero: Super Battle

    Rhino Hero: Super Battle is a captivating 3D stacking game that sees the return of Rhino Hero, this time joined by fellow super-heroes Giraffe Boy, Big E., and Batguin. Players engage in an exciting challenge of building a wobbly skyscraper while navigating fierce battles among these charismatic characters. The game adds an extra layer of fun with the presence of mischievous spider monkeys that players must contend with during their skyscraper construction and superhero battles.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 3.

    More details for Rhino Hero: Super Battle
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 10 - 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 5+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Rhino Hero: Super Battle

    • YouTube Review for the game "Rhino Hero: Super Battle" by BoardGameGeek
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  11. Outfoxed!

    Outfoxed! invites you into a whimsical detective chase after Mrs. Plumpert's missing prized pot pie. It's a cooperative game where players work together to gather clues, eliminate suspects, and catch the cunning fox before it escapes. The game introduces a unique evidence scanner mechanism that adds a fun twist to deducing the thief among a lineup of potential foxes.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.

    More details for Outfoxed!
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 5+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
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  13. King of Tokyo: Dark Edition

    King of Tokyo: Dark Edition is a limited collector's edition of the popular game King of Tokyo. Set in an alternative, darker version of Tokyo, this edition brings a new level of intensity to the battle for control of the city.

    More details for King of Tokyo: Dark Edition
    • 👥 2 - 6 Players
    • ⏱️ 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  14. Draftosaurus

    Draftosaurus is a charming and quick drafting game where players aim to build the most attractive dinosaur park. The game stands out for its use of dino meeples and unique placement restrictions, making it an engaging experience for all ages.

    Nominated for 9 awards and won 2.

    More details for Draftosaurus
    • 👥 2 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Draftosaurus

    • YouTube Review for the game "Draftosaurus" by BoardGameGeek
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  15. Can't Stop

    Can't Stop is a classic dice game designed by Sid Sackson, renowned for its blend of luck, risk-taking, and tactical decision-making. It's a game that challenges players to wisely balance their boldness and caution as they aim to complete columns on the game board.

    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Can't Stop
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 9+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  16. Thunder Road: Vendetta

    Nominated for 8 awards and won 3.

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    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 - 75 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  17. Zombie Teenz Evolution

    Zombies are attacking the entire city! Collaborate with your friends to embark on an expedition and drive away the overwhelming hordes. Collect the four ingredients and brew the antidote that will save the world!

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2021

    More details for Zombie Teenz Evolution
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Zombie Teenz Evolution

    • YouTube Review for the game "Zombie Teenz Evolution" by The Dice Tower
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    • YouTube Review for the game "Zombie Teenz Evolution" by Meeple University
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    • YouTube Review for the game "Zombie Teenz Evolution" by Scorpion Masqué
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  18. Strike

    Strike is a thrilling dice game that combines luck, skill, and a bit of daring. Players toss dice into an arena (the game box itself, cleverly designed to keep the action contained) with the aim of matching dice numbers to keep playing and ultimately be the last one standing with dice in hand.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2012

    More details for Strike
    • 👥 2 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Strike

    • YouTube Review for the game "Strike" by BoardGameGeek
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  19. That's Pretty Clever! dice game

    That's Pretty Clever is a strategic dice game where players must make thoughtful choices to optimize their score. The game's title, Ganz schön clever in German, aptly describes the need for cleverness and tactical thinking.

    Nominated for 8 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2018

    More details for That's Pretty Clever! dice game
    • 👥 1 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  20. Spots

    Players roll dice and place them on dog cards during their turn. Dice that cannot be placed are buried in their garden. If too many dice are buried, the player goes bankrupt. Completing 6 dogs wins the game!

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.

    More details for Spots
    • 👥 1 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 25 - 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  21. Qwixx

    Qwixx is a fast-paced and engaging dice game that involves all players actively, regardless of whose turn it is. It combines simple mechanics with a need for strategic decision-making, making it a fun and interactive game for all involved.

    Nominated for 10 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2013

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2013

    More details for Qwixx
    • 👥 2 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  22. Las Vegas Royale

    Las Vegas Royale blends the original Las Vegas dice game with elements from its 2014 expansion. Players use colored dice to place bets on six casino mats, aiming to win money based on their rolls. Additional expansion stones add complexity and special abilities, enhancing the strategy as players compete for the best financial outcomes.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Las Vegas Royale
    • 👥 2 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Las Vegas Royale

    • YouTube Review for the game "Las Vegas Royale" by BoardGameGeek
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  23. Lands of Galzyr

    Lands of Galzyr is an adventure game set in an open and persistent world where players' actions have consequences in both current and future sessions. Players take on the roles of cunning adventurers, navigating the lands, completing quests, and striving for fame and prestige. Each game continues from where the last left off, thanks to a clever save and load mechanism, allowing for seamless play even with different players in between sessions.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Lands of Galzyr
    • 👥 1 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 60 - 150 Minutes
    • 🧒 14+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  24. King of Tokyo: Monster Box

    All the King of Tokyo fun comes in a Monster Box. The battle for dominance in Tokyo has never been more intense, packed with excitement and adrenaline! It includes the essential Power Up! and Halloween expansions, evolution cards to enhance your monsters, and even a new version of Gigazaur with exclusive cards and a new dice tray for stylishly wreaking havoc in Tokyo.

    More details for King of Tokyo: Monster Box
    • 👥 2 - 6 Players
    • ⏱️ 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  25. Cthulhu: Death May Die

    Cthulhu: Death May Die is an intense, cooperative board game set in the 1920s, drawing inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft's universe. Players take on the roles of daring investigators, embarking on a perilous mission to confront and eliminate Elder Gods.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.

    More details for Cthulhu: Death May Die
    • 👥 1 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 🧒 14+ years old
    • 🧩 Medium difficulty
  26. Nekojima

    On Nekojima, the "Island of Cats" in Japan, players build an electrical grid to supply various lively districts. Installing power poles becomes increasingly challenging due to the limited space and the curious cats that roam the cables.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.

    More details for Nekojima
    • 👥 1 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 7+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  27. Wingspan (Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019 winner)

    Wingspan is a captivating, competitive board game from Stonemaier Games, masterfully designed by Elizabeth Hargrave. It's a medium-weight, card-driven, engine-building game that stands out with its unique theme and stunning artwork, featuring over 170 bird illustrations by artists Beth Sobel, Natalia Rojas, and Ana Maria Martinez.

    Nominated for 27 awards and won 16.

    ⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019

    More details for Wingspan (Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019 winner)
    • 👥 1 - 5 Players
    • ⏱️ 40 - 70 Minutes
    • 🧒 10+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Wingspan (Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019 winner)

    • YouTube Review for the game "Wingspan (Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019 winner)" by Shut Up & Sit Down
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  28. Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition

    Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition is a captivating multiplayer puzzle game that combines strategy and luck to create a unique gaming experience.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition
    • 👥 1 - 6 Players
    • ⏱️ 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  29. Vantage

    • 👥 1 - 6 Players
    • ⏱️ 120 - 180 Minutes
    • 🧒 14+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  30. Perudo (Spiel des Jahres 1993 winner)

    Perudo, also known as Liar's Dice, Bluff, or Dudo, is a classic South American dice game that combines elements of luck, skill, and bluffing. It's a game where players attempt to outwit each other through bold claims and challenges.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1993

    More details for Perudo (Spiel des Jahres 1993 winner)
    • 👥 2 - 10 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
  31. Survive: Escape from Atlantis! (1982 Edition)

    Survive: Escape from Atlantis! is a thrilling and competitive board game where players aim to evacuate their pieces from a sinking island. The game is known for its intense gameplay and strategic decisions.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Survive: Escape from Atlantis! (1982 Edition)
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 🧒 8+ years old
    • 🧩 Easy to learn
  32. Animal Upon Animal

    Animal Upon Animal (original title: Tier auf Tier) is a delightful and family-friendly stacking game that challenges players to carefully balance wooden animal figures to create an ever-growing pyramid. The game is designed for all ages, showcasing both fun and skill in a simple yet engaging format.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2005

    More details for Animal Upon Animal
    • 👥 2 - 4 Players
    • ⏱️ 15 Minutes
    • 🧒 4+ years old
    • 🧩 Immediately playable
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