Strike is a simple dexterity game where players throw dice into an arena and try to knock out their opponents.
99% luck, 1% judgement..
The goal is to be the last player who still has dice.
Strike Game Overview
Quick Rules Summary
The game is played with a shallow arena, which is usually the box insert.
On your turn, you throw one of your dice into the arena. If the dice match any values already showing, you collect all dice of that number, including your own. You can choose to throw in dice one at a time and stop when you want to collect all the dice of one number.
If a die lands outside the arena or shows a one, it is removed from the game. If all dice are removed from the arena, the next player must throw in all of their dice.
How do you win?
Run out of dice and you are eliminated.
The game ends when only one player has dice left. That player is the winner.
Main Mechanisms
Strike is a dexterity game that combines dice throwing with set collection.
There iis also an element of push your luck.
USP
The game is played entirely inside its own arena, using dice as both the pieces and the scoring system.
Theme
There is no real theme in Strike. The focus is on the physical act of throwing dice and reacting to the results.
Setup
Place the arena in the middle of the table, give each player their dice, and you are ready to play.
Components & Artwork
The game uses custom dice and a molded plastic arena. Both are functional and durable, and the game looks inviting when set up.
Ease of Teaching
Strike is extremely easy to teach. Players only need to know how to throw dice into the arena and what happens when numbers match.
Similar Games
Kung-Fu Zoo, as both games use dice as physical objects in a dexterity challenge.
Strike Review
Positives
The game is fun and creates a lot of laughs at the table.
Negatives
The outcome is heavily based on randomness, which limits strategic choices.
Summary
Strike is a light and fun dexterity game that is all about throwing dice and seeing what happens.
Jesta ThaRogue
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