Dicealot

Didn't like Balatro but this game is fun

[h1][b] Early Access to the Hantavirus!? What else could possibly be the excuse here? I was having a lot of fun playing the tutorial, when all of a sudden the game stopped responding. Indeed, the exact same bug(s) mentioned in negative reviews published (6!) months ago. SIX!!!!!! Honestly, the kirking tutorial!? Shame on you![/b][/h1]

Its possible for the dice face showing to not match the "actual" resolving dice face. Screen shake is mild but exists, and can't be turned off. While fake interlacing can be turned off, the "CRT" effect of "curved screen edges" can't, nor can the general blurred interface. Framerate is unsteady. I tested on multiple screen configurations, and with G-Sync on and off. Its possible to make plays on the board even while you're in the options menu, allowing for unintended clicks. The tutorial is possible to get softlocked in, since it asks you to buy three things from shops without making sure you can afford the third with the 100g it gives you. And get ready to right click a ton until you memorize what the various quest dice do, or just whenever you suspect the game is lying to you about which side is face up... --- All this in just over an hour of play. If I wasn't in a drought of games to play, I'd likely refund, but since I am I'll likely deal with these and other issues to come. At least the core premise taught me about Farkle, and the risk-reward mechanics do seem like they have enough depth to stay interesting.

Fun game, but once you defeat the first boss, everything afterward feels easy. The game also does not explain itself well, has too much yapping, and features a confusing and intimidating UI menu, which may leave players feeling overwhelmed.

Dicealot is a clever and surprisingly tense roguelike that builds its entire identity around the humble act of rolling dice, transforming what is traditionally a luck-driven pastime into a game of constant strategic calculation and nerve. Developed by goodviewgames and published by Yogscast Games, the title draws inspiration from classic push-your-luck dice games and fuses them with roguelike progression, combat encounters, and long-term build planning. The result is a game that feels simple on the surface yet steadily reveals depth through repetition, risk management, and careful decision-making. At the core of the experience is a combat system where every turn revolves around rolling a set of dice to generate damage. Each roll presents immediate choices: certain dice faces score points that can be converted directly into attacks, while others tempt you to keep rolling in pursuit of larger combinations. The tension comes from the ever-present risk of rolling a hand with no scoring dice, instantly losing everything you’ve accumulated for that turn. This push-your-luck structure creates a rhythm of anticipation and anxiety that defines the entire game, making even routine encounters feel dramatic. Success rarely comes from blind luck alone, but from knowing when to stop, when to gamble, and when to accept a smaller but guaranteed outcome. What elevates Dicealot beyond a simple dice game is how it layers progression and customization on top of this foundation. As players move through a run, they gain access to shops and rewards that allow them to modify their dice pool. New dice can replace standard ones, introducing altered faces, special effects, or enhanced scoring potential. Quest dice add another strategic layer, providing passive bonuses or conditional effects that shape how combat unfolds. These choices gradually transform the dice-rolling process from pure chance into a tailored system where probability can be nudged in your favor through smart planning. The roguelike structure gives the game its sense of momentum and replayability. Runs are divided into acts, each culminating in a boss fight that serves as a test of how well your dice build and risk management skills have developed. Between battles, players choose branching paths that offer different rewards or challenges, adding an element of route planning to the experience. While the overall structure remains consistent from run to run, the variability introduced by dice upgrades and shop offerings ensures that strategies evolve naturally, encouraging experimentation rather than rigid optimization. Difficulty in Dicealot scales in a way that reinforces learning rather than brute force. Early encounters ease players into the mechanics, but later battles demand sharper judgment and a deeper understanding of probabilities. Boss fights in particular punish reckless play, forcing players to balance aggression with restraint. A powerful build can collapse instantly if luck turns sour, but even bad rolls can sometimes be mitigated through thoughtful preparation and the right passive effects. This balance between control and chaos is central to the game’s appeal, rewarding players who learn to adapt rather than dominate outright. Visually, the game embraces a clean and readable presentation with a whimsical medieval theme. The Arthurian-inspired framing gives personality to what could otherwise be a purely abstract numbers game, casting the dice battles as trials of valor and fortune. Animations are simple but effective, and visual clarity ensures that players always understand the outcome of their rolls and the impact of their decisions. Sound effects and music subtly reinforce the tension of each roll, especially during moments when a risky gamble could either end a fight instantly or wipe out a hard-earned turn. Over longer sessions, repetition can become noticeable, particularly for players who prefer highly varied encounters or narrative-driven progression. The structure of acts and battles does not change dramatically, and enjoyment hinges heavily on whether the core dice mechanic remains engaging. For those who thrive on probability puzzles and incremental optimization, this repetition feels purposeful and meditative. For others, the reliance on chance—even when mitigated—may eventually feel limiting. However, the game’s relatively compact runs make it easy to step away and return later without fatigue. Overall, Dicealot succeeds by embracing simplicity and refining it into something consistently tense and engaging. It demonstrates how a single well-designed mechanic, supported by thoughtful progression systems, can carry an entire roguelike experience. By forcing players to constantly weigh risk against reward, it creates memorable moments of triumph and disaster in equal measure. For fans of roguelikes, probability-driven strategy, and games that test both patience and nerve, Dicealot offers a distinctive and rewarding journey where every roll truly matters. Rating: 8/10

pretty fun, and very charming

Excellent rogue-like avec un très beau style graphique et un gameplay simple tout en restant challengeant.