Monza
- Players
- 2-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 15 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 5+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.0 / 5
- Year
- 2000
About the game
Monza is a colorful car racing game designed for young children, where players roll six dice, each showing six different colors, to move their cars along a three-lane track. On your turn you compare the colors rolled to the colors of the squares ahead of your car, moving forward for every match and setting aside dice as you go. Landing on another player's car bumps it back to the next open space in its lane, adding a competitive edge to the race. It's a simple game of color recognition and light tactical choices, suitable even for very young children with adult help.
Hobbli's Notes
This is a cheerful, uncomplicated dice-rolling race that does exactly what it sets out to do for a young audience: teach color recognition while delivering genuine racing excitement. The chance to bump opponents' cars back adds just enough interaction to keep kids invested. It's not built for adults seeking depth, but as a first racing game for the family it's a reliable, quick pick.
What we like
- Extremely simple rules are perfect for young children.
- Colorful car race theme keeps kids engaged and excited.
- Quick 15-minute playtime holds young attention spans well.
- Teaches color recognition alongside light tactical decision-making.
Keep in mind
- Very limited depth for adults or experienced gamers.
- Heavy dice luck reduces strategic control over outcomes.
- Can feel repetitive across multiple plays.
Who it's for
Designed for children aged 5 and up (playable with younger kids with help), in groups of two to six, looking for a simple, colorful racing game.
