Thursday, August 15, 2024

Fire Noodle Eating Champs, By ToToTam - REVIEW


Nature / Type:             Dice game 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    8 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Fast dice game with hint of skill element  

I’m NOT a big fan of dice games - they’re too “random”, too “luck-based”, too unpredictable. BUT - “Fire Noodle Eating Champs” is a rare “dice game” that does it RIGHT. It gives a wacky delicious twist, with hint of skill and speed elements that makes the game so delightful and enjoyable! Thank you ToToTam for providing this - we’re loving it! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Competitive Dice Game With Zero Down-Time 

Inspired by the video game created by Wombok Games , Fire Noodle Eating Champs is intense, competitive, with zero down-time. Included in it are 8 dice, 28 “noodle cards”, a trophy card, and a rule sheet. Each contestant starts with 4 topping dice and 4 noodle cards (for beginners, start with 2 x Fire Level 1, and 1 each of Fire Level 2 and 3). On the count of 3, players simultaneously flip over a noodle card, roll the dice (repetitively), and place matching dice to fill up the topping spaces on card. Once all topping spaces on a card are covered - “eat it” and move on to the next card. Sounds simple? Here’s the twist. If you roll a “Spicy” face, that die is put aside and cannot be rolled again unless you “reset” the process to roll 4 dice again (including those “matching dice” that are covering the topping spaces). The first player who finished up 4 “bowls” of spicy noodles and grabbed the Trophy card - wins the game! I love the intensity, instant actions, and the “honesty” element that makes this game so genuinely fun (we have to trust all players not to cheat). 

(2) Spicy Noodles Theme - YUM! 

Oh, and who can resist that heart-pounding excitement of spicy noodles. I love the “oriental” noodle theme - from spring onion garnish, kimchi for a kick of tanginess, marinated eggs, mushrooms, and fiery red chilli. The artwork is simple and adorable. 

(3) Adjustable Difficulty Levels For All Ages 

I love the adjustable levels - each Fire Level represents the number of ingredients (eg a card of Fire Level 4 would have 4 toppings on it). We can adjust the difficulty levels based on skill level / age of players. This is a fantastic family game! 

(4) Sturdy Tin Metal Box 

I love the sturdy and compact tin metal box. Each set has 8 dice for a 2-player challenge, with expandable potential (combining 2 or more sets) for more players. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://shop.goodgames.com.au/products/fire-noodle-eating-champs?variant=43957540487326 (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

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