Brief synopsis
Dicealot is a medieval roguelike that builds its combat around dice-rolling and risk management. Set in a Camelot-inspired world, the goal is to grow your collection of dice and equipment between runs, create powerful combos during fights, and ultimately lift a dark curse threatening King Arthur. Every encounter feels like a tense gamble as you push for bigger gains while risking everything.
Core gameplay loop
The game combines chance-driven dice resolution with strategic build choices reminiscent of classic push-your-luck systems.
- Push-your-luck dice combat that rewards daring plays but can wipe out progress if you overextend.
- Between battles you visit shops to buy or upgrade dice and weapons, shaping new builds as you progress.
- Dozens of weapon types and a huge roster of dice enable varied tactics and experimentation.
Collection and customization
Depth comes from the large variety of items and the different ways they interact.
- A very large pool of collectible dice (100+ different designs) encourages experimentation and replayability.
- Multiple weapon archetypes (around ten distinct styles) that change how you approach fights and synergies.
- Builds can be fine-tuned to support different playstyles, from conservative survivability to all-out combo setups.
Known technical shortcomings
Despite strong design ideas, several technical and quality-of-life problems hold the experience back.
- Frequent crashes and bugs reported by players, with some runs or tutorials unexpectedly resetting.
- Controller support is minimal; Steam Deck users in particular lack basic conveniences such as a one-tap “restart run” option.
- Several small polish features are missing that would greatly improve comfort during long play sessions.
Final thoughts and alternatives
Dicealot is an engaging and tense roguelike with a compelling risk-versus-reward core, but current stability and control issues make it a cautious recommendation until those are addressed. If you enjoy its chaotic blend of luck and buildcraft, consider these similar titles as well:
- Dicey Dungeons — a lighter, dice-centric roguelike with strong design and frequent updates.
- Slay the Spire — a well-polished deckbuilder with deep strategic choices and lots of replay value.
- Monster Train — another roguelike deckbuilder with heavy emphasis on synergies and long-term progression.
If you play Dicealot now, expect an addictive core loop tempered by occasional technical frustrations; keep an eye on patches and controller improvements if you want a smoother experience.
Technical
- Windows
- Full