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8+, 2019, Dice
WISE Score
Board Game Geek
It’s Sushi Go! but with chunky dice and actual conveyor belts. Fast, cute, and surprisingly strategic for a game about raw fish.
5.07.0
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Sushi Roll is the dice-based evolution of the modern classic Sushi Go! It takes the same 'pick and pass' mechanic and adds a tactile layer that works better for many families.
Because all the dice are sitting out in the open on cardboard conveyor belts, there's no more 'hide your cards' stress. It's fast, it's portable, and it's a great way to sneak in some math and logic under the guise of making a digital-free dinner. It's a solid 20-minute filler that belongs in most family game closets.
While the box says 8+, a bright 6 or 7-year-old can easily play this with a little help on the first round. It's simple enough for kids but deep enough that adults will actually enjoy playing it on a rainy afternoon.
The theme is charming and social. It avoids the 'take-that' aggression of many competitive games, focusing instead on building your own plate while sharing a communal 'conveyor belt.'
While the mechanics are math-based set collection, the component design—actual cardboard conveyor belts and chunky custom dice—does a great job of evoking the feeling of a sushi restaurant.
It's a tabletop game with zero digital risks. The only 'danger' is the mild frustration of someone taking the die you wanted or a toddler mistaking the colorful dice for actual candy.
It’s a masterclass in teaching basic probability and risk assessment. Kids have to decide if they want to gamble on a high-value set or take a guaranteed smaller point die.
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