Dice Tribes: Ambitions

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"Dice Tribes: Ambitions" is a dice-based worker placement board game where you manage a tribe to complete ambitions. Choose from 6 tribes, each with different starting resources and technologies, and dispatch villagers to handle opportunities and dangers. With various locations, dice, research, buildings, and ambitions, enjoy a deep and strategic experience. A draft mode and web/Mac/Windows versions offer additional challenges and accessibility.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 97 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Engaging and clever gameplay that combines strategy with resource management, making it highly replayable.
The game features a variety of win conditions and scenarios, allowing for different play styles and strategies.
Addictive mechanics with a good balance of luck and strategy, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.

Some players find the game too easy, especially in the initial scenarios, leading to a lack of challenge.
The randomness of dice rolls can lead to frustrating moments, particularly when the generated options do not align with player needs.
Limited content and depth after a few playthroughs, with some players wishing for more variety in locations and mechanics.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The gameplay is characterized by a well-executed dice worker placement mechanic that offers a variety of unique twists and strategic depth, making each playthrough feel distinct. Players appreciate the balance between management and randomness, with simple yet engaging mechanics that encourage customization and replayability. While the game could benefit from additional content and balancing, the overall experience is fluid and enjoyable, blending elements of puzzle, strategy, and exploration.
- “Dice as worker placement board game mechanics are not new, but this implementation has a lot of surprises and fun twists to make each victory condition unique.”
- “The gameplay loop is simple, but satisfying.”
- “The mechanics are relatively simple, yet very interesting and unique.”
- “As with nearly every dice game, the game mechanics are at the whim of rolling dice.”
- “It could use more content and balancing, because in my opinion this gameplay idea has a lot of potential.”
- “I feel like the game's scope is intentionally kept limited - I respect that decision - but the mechanics seem fleshed out enough that dice tribes could go further.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, featuring multiple secret endings, diverse strategies, and extensive content that encourages players to return. Users appreciate the depth and variety offered through different village, tech, and ambition permutations, as well as additional content and modes that enhance the experience. Many reviewers find the game addictive and well worth the investment due to its replay value.
- “Well thought out, 2 secret endings and surprisingly much replay value.”
- “The amount of content is very big - lots of replayability here.”
- “A very fun little game with a good amount of replayability and a breadth of strategies available to you.”
- “The permutations across village, tech, and ambition make this game highly replayable.”
- “The additional content and ascension modes add a lot of replayability and self-tuning difficulty balance that was missing at launch.”
- “Well thought out, with 2 secret endings and surprisingly much replay value.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is generally described as quiet and unobtrusive folk music, which some players find repetitive due to the limited selection of a single background track. However, many appreciate the option to turn it down or off and play their own music, enhancing their overall experience.
- “I usually play with my own library of music, and the experience for this game is great!”
- “Great balance of RNG and strategy alongside great music.”
- “I found the music repetitive and dour, but it was easy enough to turn it down and listen to my own music.”
- “Literally my only complaint is that it only has a single background music track.”
- “That said, it's quiet and unobtrusive folk music, so it's not a big deal, or you can just turn it off and provide your own.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics are described as simplistic and not particularly flashy, lacking in aesthetic appeal compared to similar games. However, the enjoyable gameplay compensates for the visual shortcomings, making the overall experience engaging.
- “It's pretty simplistic, aesthetically pleasing, and very fun to play.”
- “The interface isn't anything flashy, but the fun gameplay makes up for any lack of aesthetic appeal.”
- “It's kind of like Cultist Simulator, but without the lore and with worse graphics.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is generally solid, but players note that it becomes repetitive after a few missions, leading to a sense of familiarity that may detract from the overall experience.
- “There's nothing wrong with what's already there; it's just that after two or three missions, you'll notice things repeating quite a bit.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted as a key feature, with players finding it entertaining and amusing, particularly in the context of its dice mechanics.
- “This game is a hilarious twist on traditional dice games, filled with unexpected surprises!”
- “The humor in this game keeps you laughing, making every roll an adventure.”
- “I love how the witty dialogue and funny scenarios add a unique charm to the gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is highly praised for its resource optimization mechanics, appealing particularly to enthusiasts of this gameplay aspect.
- “Great game for resource optimization enthusiasts.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that grinding in the game revolves around creating an unstoppable chain reaction through farming and trading, which can lead to significant rewards, but failing to do so results in a frustrating experience.
- “The game forces you into a never-ending cycle of grinding, where progress feels more like a chore than an achievement.”
- “Grinding in this game is tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the overall experience.”
- “You either find a way to create an unstoppable chain reaction of farming and trading, or you face a slow and frustrating demise.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model is well-received, as players appreciate the availability of engaging content without any cost or intrusive advertisements.