HOW TO PLAY DICE GOLF

If you've ever wanted to bring the excitement of the golf course to your tabletop, you're in the right place. In this guide, we'll walk you through the basic rules and objectives so you can start dominating the dice course and impressing your friends (or just giving them a hard time). Let’s roll!

What You Need to Get Started

Components

Seven Dice:

Seven sounds like a lot of dice, right? But don’t worry, it’s simpler than it sounds. Each die represents different golfing actions, just like the different clubs in your golf bag. Here’s the lowdown:

• Driver Die (12-sided, Blue Font): For tee shots on Par 4s and Par 5s.
• Approach Die (20-sided, Light Green Font): For fairway or tee shots on Par 3s.
• Alternate Approach Die (12-sided, Dark Green Font): For shots from rough or fairway bunkers.
• Lay-up Die (12-sided, Purple Font): For laying up on Par 5s.
• Chipping Die (12-sided, Orange Font): For chip shots around the green.
• Putting Die (12-sided, Red Font): For finishing holes on the green.
• Bonus Die (6-sided, Gold Font): For potential gimmes and hole-outs.

Game Card:

To keep track of all the excitement, you’ve got a game card that doubles as your personal mini golf course. It resembles a traditional golf scorecard and features graphics for each of the 18 holes. Each hole presents its own set of challenges and unique golf course features.

Setting Up the Game

Prepare the Game Card

Lay out the game card in front of all players so it’s easily visible. This card will serve as your golf course for the game, with each individual hole presenting its own unique challenges and layout.

Organize the Dice

Arrange the seven dice within easy reach of all players. Each die has a specific role, so make sure all players are familiar with the function and terminology associated with each one.

Decide the Order of Play

Determine the order in which players will take their turns. You can decide this by age, rolling a die, flipping a tee, or just by friendly agreement.

Scorekeeping

Assign a player to be the scorekeeper or decide to keep score collectively. The scorekeeper will record the number of strokes each player takes on each hole, as well as any penalty strokes.

Playing the Game

The gameplay in Dice Golf is driven by the roll of the dice, each representing a different shot within a round of golf. It's just like navigating a real golf course, but without the sunburn and missed putts (well, maybe a few missed putts). Here’s how a game proceeds:

Teeing Off

• Player 1 begins the round by rolling the Driver Die to hit their tee shot on the 1st hole. The scorekeeper tracks each roll/shot on the scorecard.
• Each additional player rolls the same die to hit their opening tee shots. The round of golf has begun!

Navigating the Course

• Players navigate the course by moving from quadrant to quadrant on the game card based on their dice rolls. Each shot will determine the ball’s position (fairway, rough, bunker, etc.).
• Use the appropriate die for each shot. For example, use the Approach Die for shots from the fairway, the Chipping Die for shots around the green, and the Putting Die to finish the hole.

Scoring

• Each roll represents a stroke. Add up the total number of strokes it took to complete a hole and write that number on the scorecard.
• Penalty strokes are added for hitting out-of-bounds or into water hazards. For each shot that ends up OB or in a water hazard, add one penalty stroke to your score for that hole.
• The goal is to complete the course in as few strokes as possible. The player with the lowest total score after 18 holes wins the game.

Special Rules and Tips

Out-of-Bounds (OB)
Re-roll using the same die and add a penalty stroke. Do not advance quadrants.

Water Hazards
Drop in the rough adjacent to the hazard and add a penalty stroke. Use the appropriate die for the next shot.

Bunkers and Rough
No penalty strokes, but use the correct die for the next shot.

Tiebreaker
In case of a tie, players will replay Hole 18 in a sudden death playoff until a winner is determined.

Types of Games

Stroke Play

Standard play where each stroke is counted and the lowest score wins.

Match Play

The number of holes won determines the winner.

Team Best Ball

Teams compete using the best score per hole.

NBA Jam Mode

Players can go "on fire" with consecutive birdies or better, gaining advantages.

Conclusion

Dice Golf is your ticket to bringing the thrill of the fairway straight to your tabletop. Whether you’re competing with friends, family, or just showing off your solo skills, this game captures the excitement and challenges of golf in a fun, interactive way. So grab your dice, lay out the game card, and prepare to dominate the course like a seasoned pro! Ready to roll? Snag your copy of Dice Golf today!