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2018
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Description
Fleet: The Dice Game is an exciting new strategic roll and write dice game from the creators of Fleet! Fleet: The Dice Game is heavier than many roll and write games and captures the tense, meaningful decisions of Fleet. Fleet: The Dice Game is for 1-4 players.
In Fleet: The Dice Game, you are back in beautiful Ridback Bay to reap its rewards! Fleet: The Dice Game takes place over 10 rounds with each round having two phases, the Boat Phase and the Town Phase.
In the boat phase, the active player rolls players plus one boat dice. In turn order, each player selects one die to use immediately. By selecting a boat die, they get to check off the matching boat type on their sheet - unlocking license powers and boat launches to catch fish. The die that remains after all players have selected is then used by all players.
In the town phase, you roll town dice equal to players plus one boat die. Again, in turn order each player selects one die to use immediately. In the town phase, you unlock special buildings in the Wharf that grant bonuses, awesome ships in the harbor to earn points and catch more fish, or go to the market and gain income to generate bonus actions. The die that remains after all players have selected is then used by all players.
Fishing occurs between phases in the even rounds and the player with the most points at game end wins!
Fleet: The Dice Game also features a fully integrated solo mode where you battle Captain Ruth to earn the most points and reap the rewards of Ridback Bay.
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- I see Ian Mark uh Aak. Let me know your name so I can say your name.
- I'm Jamie from Stillmire Games. I'm here to play round two of game 87 of Rolling Realms.
- And I agree this is an interesting perhaps difficult combination of realms.
- For every resource you're about to gain, you may gain another resource type instead. Flexibility. That's good.
- I'm pretty sure I've activated all the realms every turn.
- I'm essentially just going for completion and for using all three realms.
- This was a lot of fun to see a bigger group of people hanging out and playing along.
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Cofre Top 10 List at 6:23 sentiment: positive
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positive
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- these 10 games that it would be a crime if we did not play by the end of the year
- I foresee us playing each and every one of these games
- the art style is inviting
- it's a crime that we have not tried it
- we're really close to hitting that 6,000 subscribers
- Fleet the dice game... we have never actually played Fleet the board game
- Ark Nova will be one for sure that we will be getting to the table
- Daoshi... we adore Dev games
- Ironwood... extremely high quality games
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Crimsonboardgames Playthrough at 0:26 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Multiple viable strategies via tracks and licenses
- Engaging endgame scoring via licenses
- Strong thematic flavor and interactions with the adversary Ruth
- Solid inspiration and expansion potential (Dicey Waters)
Cons
- Learning curve and rule nuance can be tricky
- Rulebook can be confusing on optimal die choices
- Some round orders feel uneven depending on die outcomes
Thematic elements
- Resource management and victory-point race driven by dice-driven actions
- Maritime fishing competition with rounds and tracks for different fish types (cod, shrimp, lobster).
- Competitive, adversarial with a Captain Ruth and shared-die mechanics; emphasized bonuses and endgame scoring.
Comparison games
- Three Sisters
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting / action selection — Roll a mix of boat and town dice each round; choose one die to resolve actions.
- end game bonuses — Collect licenses that grant endgame scoring and ongoing effects, driving end-game strategy.
- income phase and bonus actions — Each turn generates income; certain licenses grant extra income and bonus actions.
- license-based endgame scoring — Collect licenses that grant endgame scoring and ongoing effects, driving end-game strategy.
- round tracker movement — Round-based trackers move along predefined tracks, shaping available actions each turn.
- shared dice / asymmetric turns — Some dice are shared; the active player may have options depending on die selection, with the other player affected.
- Track advancement — Mark off spaces on fish, harbor, and related tracks; progress yields coins and abilities.
- Track-based progression — Mark off spaces on fish, harbor, and related tracks; progress yields coins and abilities.
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Quotes (from this video)
- Here we are with Fleet the Dice game.
- I love the license.
- I love that you can go in a lot of different directions strategy wise.
- This is very similar to three sisters.
- I really want to try some different strategies.
- I do prefer the theme of three sisters more.
- It is always a learning curve at the start and there's just so much to choose from.
- Comboicious as you could probably tell with all the bonus actions.
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DaniCha Playthrough at 0:01 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Relaxing, easy to manage solo game
- Clear round tracker helps pacing in solo mode
- Thematic art and cinematic feel
Cons
- Pen not included in the game
- AI control in solo can feel minimal for players seeking heavier challenge
Thematic elements
- Array
- Maritime harbor/ocean trade
- Observational/host-led playthrough
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting — Choosing dice from the pool; the AI also selects for its turns.
- Dice Drafting / Die Selection — Choosing dice from the pool; the AI also selects for its turns.
- Dice rolling — Rolling a pool of market dice each round to determine available actions.
- End-of-round scoring and VP tracking — Tracks per-round and end-game scoring through VP and licenses/boats.
- Market/Harbor/Warf locations — Locations on the board provide different actions and rewards (market, wharf, harbor).
- Resource management — Managing fish, coins, licenses, and stars to optimize rounds and end-game scoring.
- Simultaneous Actions — Crossing off stars grants a star action that acts like a wildcard continuation of actions.
- Star Actions (wild actions) — Crossing off stars grants a star action that acts like a wildcard continuation of actions.
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Quotes (from this video)
- it's very easy to manage it's very relaxing to play it
- it's a very rewarding game to play
- I love this game
- the solo achievement table says a score of 60 is deckhand
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Neon Gorilla Top List at 0:17 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
- tightly designed dice-drafting with satisfying action chaining
- fast-paced, high-energy feel that provides quick payoff
- replayable due to multiple path options
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- action_combo — actions taken with dice can chain together to enable additional actions, creating a dopamine-driven feedback loop.
- Dice rolling — rolling dice to determine available actions on your turn.
- dice_rolling — rolling dice to determine available actions on your turn.
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Quotes (from this video)
- that insane combo tastic dopamine rush
- the dopamine Rush is just so good
- same combo-tastic dopamine hit is still here
- polyamino pieces out on a sheet of paper
- you get to decorate them how you want
- scratches that puzzly itch as well
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The Board Game Garden Discussion at 9:45 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
- Strong roll-and-write foundation
- Engaging pacing and strategic decision-making
- Accessible for hobby gamers and newcomers alike
Cons
- Rule explanations can be dense for new players
- Can feel demanding for casual players on first play
Thematic elements
- fleet expansion, resource management, and dice-driven action selection
- Naval exploration and fleet management at sea
- competitive with light story-telling flavor
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting — Roll and draft dice to take actions and build your fleet.
- dice_drafting — Roll and draft dice to take actions and build your fleet.
- engine building — Develop a functioning engine across rounds via dice choices and card interactions.
- engine_building — Develop a functioning engine across rounds via dice choices and card interactions.
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- it is so much fun oh my goodness it is just
- it has an app that actually like talks you through the story
- you are a crew on a pirate ship
- Sunset Over Water is published by Pencil First Games and it is an incredible game and you are painting photos or painting pictures
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The Board Game Garden Playthrough at 11:31 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Solid rolling-right candidate with approachable weight.
- Good counterpoint to Three Sisters for fans of the genre.
Cons
- Not the primary focus of the stream.
Thematic elements
- Roll-and-write with mechanized drafting and planet of expansions interplay.
- Rolling rights with a shorthand farm/industrial theme woven in through dice and actions.
- Referenced in chat as a frequent comparative title to Three Sisters; used to illustrate genre and weight during discussion.
Comparison games
- Three Sisters
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting and action_resolution — Roll dice and draft them to perform corresponding actions.
- round-based track advancement — Progress on various tracks for buildings or actions across rounds.
- Track advancement — Progress on various tracks for buildings or actions across rounds.
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- Edith is the absolute worst
- Edith is evil
- my favorite game is Seven Wonders but I haven't won a game of it yet
- you don't have to be good at board games to enjoy them
- I love three sisters
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Board Games for One Review at 49:26 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- engaging, accessible dice game with clear table presence
- great with laminated sheets and dry-erase play
Cons
- can feel grindy if players chase too many objectives
Thematic elements
- fishing fleets, market dynamics and luck management
- fishing and maritime trade in a compact, dice-driven engine
- light, nautical fun
Comparison games
- Roll & Write family
- Lords of Waterdeep
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting — two sets of dice; players select results and assign to actions
- dice drafting / pooling — two sets of dice; players select results and assign to actions
- Resource management — build fleets, fish, and grow income across rounds
- resource/market management — build fleets, fish, and grow income across rounds
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No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- This is like the Super Smash Brothers kind of. I know, I know.
- If you're a heavier gamer and you don't like, you know, people messing with your plans, you'll hate this.
- This was absolutely beautiful. I love how well it moved.
- The goddess made me do it.
- I would buy it.
- Moon Colony Bloodbath... engine destroying game, sick sense of humor
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Board Game Garden Top 100 List at 14:29 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- crunchy engine-building with neat dice interactions
- balanced, satisfying combinatorics
- expansion options extend the experience
Cons
- theme may be less appealing to some
- can be classed as a mid-to-heavy roll-and-write
Thematic elements
- crunchy roll-and-write with engine-building through dice drafting
- Maritime/fisheries theme with light economic layering
- tactical, rule-dense but approachable
Comparison games
- Three Sisters
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- engine building — Draft dice to activate ships, licenses, and boat upgrades.
- engine-building via tiles and licenses — Draft dice to activate ships, licenses, and boat upgrades.
- Roll-and-write / dice drafting — Roll fish dice, draft dice, then mark on a sheet.
- town phase and optional expansion — Town dice phase and the Dicey Waters expansion add more buildings and options.
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Quotes (from this video)
- it's been a long time since I've played this one but it is one that I like continuously think about
- Nana is the Japanese version
- this is a wonderful card game that is so much fun
- I really enjoy the art and the world Ryan Lockett has created
- Above and Below has a special place in my heart
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The Brothers Murf Top 10 List at 2:05 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Extremely successful version overshadowing the original Fleet card game
- Large scale roll and write experience
- Heavy combo potential
- Very popular and well-regarded
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Building a fishing fleet
- Fishing industry
- Abstract engine building
Comparison games
- Fleet
- Three Sisters
- Motor City
- French Quarter
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- combo mechanics — Heavy on combos with crossing things off and building combos
- dice drafting — Players draft dice to activate various actions
- Flip/Roll and Write — Players mark off sheets to create big scoring combos
- Roll and Write — Players mark off sheets to create big scoring combos
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- Look, we're not size queens. No, you know, sometimes smaller is better.
- This is something that happens a lot in board games where there will be a game and then there it's kind of like a spin-off, like a TV show
- Combo Womos. Love the wombo combo.
- I will always basically just play Trails
- Fleet the Dice game is so successful that there's now been a bunch of games that are like 80% the same
- It's honestly better than the original
- I would never suggest anyone start anywhere in this universe other than Jaws of the Lion
- This is the poster child for these kinds of games
- I never need to play Maraco again
- Sometimes when you're a trendsetter, you got to get the love and get the number one spot
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Board Game Coffee Top List at 6:52 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- accessible and engaging
- rewards varied strategic approaches
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- sea/oceanic commerce and fleet expansion
- fishing fleet management with dice drafting
- tone of a light, strategic, family-friendly game
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting — draft dice to score and build your fleet strategy
- engine-like bonuses — upgrading your fleet with bonuses via licenses and currency
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- it's easy to learn it's fun to play and it's easy to teach
- I can flip up that rulebook in five minutes I'll be caught up like that
- it's my all-time favorite rolling right now
- tell your story as you're doing it so you have your hero cards
- it's one of those games you want to save for Halloween or like a late night
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Board Game Coffee Discussion at 2:58 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
none
Cons
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- it's not a fan to jump the story; you have to wait and finish
- this is a real board game coffee seal of approval
- it's so simple that you can teach anybody how to play that
- have fun, keep gaming
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Board Game Hangover Top List at 4:38 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- high interaction and tension
- rich thematic flavor for a dice game
- dense but accessible for fans of drafting
Cons
- can be punishing to late players
- apparent complexity grows with player count
Thematic elements
- naval commerce and fleet expansion
- Seafaring fishing and trading
- pocket-depth, high interaction
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting — take dice to draft and optimize ship actions
- hate drafting — you often deny options to opponents to shape outcomes
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Quotes (from this video)
- it's an amazing game especially if you're traveling around quite a lot
- the rules are not that uh complex
- you are farmers and you're planting a garden
- the biggest unique thing about this game is its chain reactions
- it's really a party game kind of game that will give you the most emotions for sure
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