To Court the King
- Players
- 2-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 45 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.7 / 5
- Year
- 2006
About the game
To Court the King is a light push-your-luck dice game where players roll and re-roll dice to recruit servants, nobles, and eventually the King's favor. Each character requires a specific dice combination and grants ongoing benefits for future rolls, such as extra dice or reroll manipulation. The game climaxes in a final roll-off to see who can assemble the longest, highest matching set to win the King's favor. Designed by Thomas Lehmann, it supports 2-5 players in about 45 minutes.
Hobbli's Notes
We like how this Yahtzee-inspired design layers in drafting-style character benefits that snowball your dice options over the course of the game. It's approachable for casual players but has enough building strategy to satisfy light gamers. The escalating dice pools make for a satisfying final roll-off. A solid family-weight pick for fans of dice-based push-your-luck games.
What we like
- Snowballing dice-building system is satisfying to develop.
- Accessible Yahtzee-inspired core mechanic.
- Character benefits add meaningful strategic choices.
- Family-friendly medieval theme.
Keep in mind
- Heavy reliance on dice luck.
- Can run long for a dice game at 45 minutes.
- Limited player interaction beyond the final roll-off.
Who it's for
Good for ages 10+ families and casual gamers who enjoy dice-rolling and push-your-luck mechanics; supports 2-5 players.
