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Yahtzee
New Star Games Ltd.
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Yahtzee is a digital adaptation of the timeless five-dice tabletop game where luck and probability balance against careful risk management. Every match challenges you to build high-scoring combinations across thirteen distinct rounds, deciding whether to bank safe points or push your luck for rare scoring hands.
For players visiting between high-speed drives in Retro Bowl College or quick sessions in NFL Grid, this web version provides a thoughtful, turn-based change of pace. There are no timers forcing your hand, allowing you to weigh odds and plan each roll at your own speed.
How to play
Each turn follows a simple three-step sequence:
- Roll all five dice to see your opening numbers.
- Select and hold any dice you want to keep, then reroll the remaining dice. You can reroll up to two times per turn.
- Assign your final dice combination to one open slot on the scorecard. Every category can only be filled once per match.
The scorecard is divided into two parts. The upper section tracks individual numbers from ones to sixes, awarding a 35-point bonus if your total in these six boxes reaches 63 or higher. The lower section features poker-style hands including three of a kind, four of a kind, full house (25 points), small straight (30 points), large straight (40 points), chance, and the coveted Yahtzee—five matching dice worth 50 points.
Strategy and tips
- Target the upper section bonus early: Scoring an average of three of each number from threes through sixes guarantees the 63-point threshold for the 35-point bonus.
- Protect your high-value boxes: Do not waste a four-of-a-kind box on low rolls like ones or twos if you can place them into the upper section instead.
- Use Chance as an escape hatch: Reserve the Chance slot for high-sum rolls that miss straights or full houses rather than settling for low totals.
- Pivot when straights fail: When chasing a large straight, keep open options for a small straight or numerical pairings if the required middle die fails to appear on the second roll.
Similar games on Retro Bowl
If you enjoy turn-based calculation and tactical decision-making, explore NFL Grid for sports trivia puzzles, or switch back to real-time action with 2 Minute Football and Rugby Rush when you are ready for fast arcade gameplay.
Frequently asked questions
How many rolls do you get per turn in Yahtzee?
You get up to three rolls each turn. After the first roll of all five dice, you can choose to hold any dice and reroll the rest on your second and third attempts.
What is the 35-point bonus and how do you get it?
The upper section bonus is awarded when your total score across the ones, twos, threes, fours, fives, and sixes categories reaches at least 63 points.
Can I play Yahtzee on mobile devices and Chromebooks?
Yes, this digital edition runs directly in any modern desktop or mobile web browser using touch or mouse inputs with no installations required.
What happens if a roll does not match any open category?
If your final roll cannot score in any remaining high-value category, you must enter a zero into an available scorecard box of your choice to complete your turn.