Discovering Diced Veggies
I first saw Diced Veggies in a short video reel. It was one of those quick previews that immediately pull you in—with satisfying dice movements, bright visuals, and a clever slicing mechanic that used a cleaver-shaped token. That was enough to get me interested. But what sealed the deal was realizing that it looked like a game my wife would genuinely enjoy: simple enough to learn quickly, but strategic enough to keep things interesting across multiple rounds.
We picked it up, set it up one evening, and ended up playing two or three rounds in a row. That’s always a good sign.
How It Plays
The core mechanic of Diced Veggies centers on a shared grid of colorful dice, each representing different vegetable ingredients. On your turn, you use the cleaver to “slice” the dice—splitting them horizontally or vertically—and collect one half to add to your pantry. You’ll need to fulfill recipe cards with specific dice combinations, and the first to complete five recipes wins.
It’s a smart twist on dice drafting, with just enough planning and player interaction. Where you cut the dice doesn’t just affect your options—it sets up (or sabotages) your opponents too.
What We Loved About It
- That cleaver mechanic is brilliant. It’s not just for theme—it’s how you control the game state.
- Perfect for couples. We played it as a two-player game and loved how smooth and fast it was.
- Great production quality. The dice feel hefty, and the visuals—especially the ingredient icons and recipe art—are clean and vibrant.
- Fast to learn, satisfying to master. We actually played the first round incorrectly (whoops!), but quickly adjusted and found it even more fun with the proper rules.
- My wife enjoyed it just as much as I did. She’s drawn to easy-to-set-up games with quick decisions, and this hit that sweet spot.
Would I Recommend It?
Absolutely—especially if you’re looking for a lightweight game that doesn’t feel shallow. If you’ve enjoyed the spatial puzzling and clever tile placement of Tiny Towns, there’s a similar satisfaction here in how you slice and claim dice to fulfill your recipes. It also shares that “puzzle under pressure” feeling, where every turn counts but still feels fun.
Theme-wise, Diced Veggies reminds me a little of Downtown Farmers Market—bright, foodie, and deceptively strategic. Both games wrap clever mechanics in a cozy aesthetic that makes them perfect for casual nights or introducing new players to the hobby. I’d even recommend it as a gateway game. The rules are simple, the components are inviting, and the tension stays light but engaging.
Final Thoughts
Games like Diced Veggies remind me why I enjoy playing board games with my wife. It doesn’t always have to be heavy or complex—sometimes, all you need is a clever little concept, charming visuals, and a shared laugh over a perfectly sliced row of dice.
Definitely keeping this one in our rotation.
About Me
I’m JP B. Bantigue, CLSSBB—a multidisciplinary digital professional with a love for board games that combine thoughtful mechanics and memorable themes. Whether it’s a game night with friends or a quiet round with my wife, I enjoy exploring how tabletop games bring people together in fun, unexpected ways.
