Tactical dice rolls and alien invasion combos

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Build an alien army on a tactical grid and turn your dice rolls into powerful scoring combos. Use Chrono and Budge to shape each turn and take on Earth's defenders.

  • Launched Sep 29, 2026
  • Latest verified patch Oct 1, 2026
  • 10 Commanders
  • 60+ Units
  • 120 Artifacts
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What is Dicevaders?

Dicevaders is a solo strategy roguelike set in the StarVaders universe. You lead the alien invaders, assemble a force on a grid, and use dice to generate attack scores.

Each commander offers different perks and ways to combine units with artifacts. Dice manipulation, positioning, and escalating challenges give you new decisions on every run.

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Dicevaders grid with a row of alien units and the Toy Maker perk card open
  • Commanders
    10
  • Units
    60+
  • Artifacts
    120
  • Platforms
    PC (Steam), macOS (Steam), Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
  • Genres
    Dice Strategy Roguelike
  • Players
    1
  • Modes
    Single player
  • Release date
    2026-09-29
  • Developer
    Pengonauts

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  1. 1

    Beginner Guide

    Learn the turn sequence, shop choices, and scoring basics before starting your first invasion.

  2. 2

    Chrono & Budge Guide

    Understand when to reroll dice, refresh the shop, and adjust a roll to complete a useful match.

  3. 3

    Units & Grid Placement

    Learn how unit placement and abilities work together to improve your attack score.

  4. 4

    Commander Builds

    Explore commander perks and artifact synergies, then choose a plan for your next run.

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Dicevaders Wiki Hub

Eight Dicevaders guides at a glance — from your first invasion to Constellations, bosses and challenge modes.

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Guides

Practical Dicevaders guides for dice control, scoring mechanics, shop scaling and late-game challenges.

Builds

Dicevaders build guides covering dice builds, artifact combos, commander setups and late-game Act 8 plans.

Commanders

Dicevaders commander guides: how to unlock every commander, plus Blood Beast and Riftmaker strategies.

Artifacts

Dicevaders artifact guides covering Hidden Portal, Gluttony and Deus Ex Machina triggers and synergies.

Challenges

Dicevaders challenge guides: the Chapter 6 final boss, cursed legendary dailies, Doomed World and the Multiverse Campaign.

Game Info

Where and when to play Dicevaders: release date, Steam and Switch downloads, demo and playtest status.

Review

An independent Dicevaders review covering gameplay, progression and who this roguelike deckbuilder suits.

Resources

Dicevaders community resources: the game's subreddit, the official press kit and live Steam player counts.

Dicevaders Beginner Guide

Learn how to draft an army, arrange units on the grid, and turn dice results into attack scores. Follow the basic run loop before experimenting with specialized builds.

  1. Pick your commander

    Choose an available commander and read its starting perk.

  2. Draft and position

    Acquire units and artifacts from the shop, then position your army on the grid.

  3. Shape your dice

    Spend Chrono to reroll dice or refresh the shop, and use Budge to adjust dice values.

  4. Score the invasion

    Form matching dice combinations and use your army's scoring synergies against Earth's defending pilots.

Read the beginner tips

Dicevaders Dice and Scoring Guide

Understand how dice manipulation creates more reliable scoring opportunities. Learn when to use Chrono, adjust values with Budge, and pursue matching dice combinations.

  • Chrono

    A resource used to reroll dice and refresh shop offers. Rerolls cost Chrono, so timing matters more than raw luck.

  • Budge

    A resource used to adjust dice values and assemble useful combinations. A single pip of Budge often completes a pair or triple.

  • Dice Matches

    Pairs, triples, and quadruples activate combination-based synergies — bigger matches trigger stronger effects.

  • Monocle

    The Captain's Monocle perk allows lone Base Dice to count as pairs, turning leftovers into scoring matches.

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Dicevaders Commanders and Builds

Compare the 10 launch commanders and their different starting mechanics. Explore build directions centered on pairs, Kraken dice, or combined commander abilities.

  • The Captain

    The Mothership generates Budge each turn and rewards scored pairs with artifact XP, supporting pair-focused builds.

  • The Core

    Adds a Kraken Die that grants 10 XP to artifacts in its column when launched, feeding artifact-driven setups.

  • The Overseer

    Convergence combines two commanders' abilities, with faster growth in target defense for longer, harder runs.

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Dicevaders Units and Placement Guide

Learn how unit placement and commander-specific summons shape your army. Explore unit interactions that generate more dice, increase strength, or support artifact progression.

  • Unit Roster

    The launch version includes 60+ units, plus additional Warped Units to discover in later chapters.

  • Apple

    With Whisperer's Frugivore perk, scoring an Apple in a pair destroys it and grants 3 Mini-Dice.

  • Pawn

    Stone Chisel summons a Pawn when acquired or leveled, giving the new Pawn 20 STR.

  • Worker Bee

    The Apiary perk summons a Worker Bee on a random tile when a turn begins, filling empty grid space for free.

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Dicevaders Artifacts and Synergies

Explore the 120 launch artifacts and the effects that connect dice matches with army growth. Compare documented artifact triggers to find combinations for your commander.

  • Meat Stick

    An Uncommon artifact that gives every unit STR equal to Dice Power x 10 after its column scores.

  • Flower Pot

    An Uncommon artifact that restores Honey after any triple and adds 10% Shop Rarity until the next turn.

  • Dark Tower

    A Legendary artifact that scores the highest-STR unit with 1 extra Repeat after any triple.

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Dicevaders Perks Guide

Compare perks that alter dice matches, resource generation, and artifact progression. Understand their conditions and trade-offs before building a run around them.

  • The Mothership

    The Captain gains 1 Budge each turn; scored pairs give 10 XP to the artifact in their column.

  • Royal Jelly

    Collecting Honey grants 1 Mini-Dice, and Mini-Dice can also collect Honey.

  • Broken Lens

    Pairs count as triples, but Base Dice begin cracked — strong scaling with an early-game handicap.

  • Divine Touch

    The Exalted triggers artifacts at Level 3 or below when they level up; Base Dice triples give all artifacts 10 XP.

See a perk-driven build

Dicevaders Bosses and Difficulty Guide

Learn how defending pilots disrupt your run and prepare for the game's six difficulty levels. Review Chapter 6 mechanics using the October 1, 2026 Steam balance patch.

  • Difficulty Levels

    The launch version includes six difficulty levels and a true ending.

  • Bud

    Steam Patch 1.0a reduces Bud's locked perk slots to two, leaving the first slot guaranteed.

  • Tippy

    Steam Patch 1.0a makes the blocking pattern predictable, moving counterclockwise from the bottom-right grid.

  • The STAR

    Steam Patch 1.0a grants an extra turn each time a threshold is passed, providing three extra turns during the fight.

Read the Chapter 6 boss guide

Dicevaders Constellations and Challenges

Explore Constellations that modify runs beyond your basic commander setup. Find the Multiverse Campaign and Daily Challenges when you want additional goals.

  • Constellations

    The launch version includes 30+ Constellations that modify runs.

  • Multiverse Campaign

    The full launch version includes 13 additional challenge modes.

  • Daily Challenges

    Daily Challenges provide a fresh run each day.

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Dicevaders FAQ

Common questions about Dicevaders, answered for new commanders and players choosing between PC and Nintendo Switch versions.

When was Dicevaders released, and where can I play it?

Dicevaders launched on September 29, 2026. It is available on Steam for Windows and macOS, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Does Dicevaders support multiplayer or co-op?

Dicevaders is a single-player game. Steam lists single-player support, and both Nintendo versions list one player on a single system.

How can I control dice rolls in Dicevaders?

Chrono lets you reroll dice and refresh the shop. Budge lets you adjust dice values, helping you create useful matches and activate stronger combinations.

How many commanders are in Dicevaders?

The launch version of Dicevaders includes 10 commanders with different abilities and playstyles. Your commander affects the perks and synergies you can build around.

What challenges does the full version of Dicevaders include?

The launch version includes six difficulty levels, a true ending, and a Multiverse Campaign with 13 additional challenge modes.

Does Dicevaders have daily challenges?

Yes. Daily Challenges are included in the full launch version, providing a new run each day.

Is Dicevaders Steam Deck Verified?

Yes. The developer confirmed Steam Deck Verified status in the October 1, 2026 update announcement.

Are the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions of Dicevaders the same purchase?

They are separate products. The Switch version can run on Switch 2, while the dedicated Switch 2 version adds optional Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. Nintendo states that save data and additional content are not compatible between the two versions, and there is no Upgrade Pack.

Ready to Master Dicevaders?

Learn your first invasion, explore commander synergies, and build a plan for your next high-score run.

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