How to Play the Dice Game Fifty

Fifty is a quick, easy to play, family dice game. It’s a fast paced race game that will have you wanting to play again and again. It’s simple enough but has a twist that will keep you on your toes. In this post we’ll show you how to play.

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What you Need for the Dice Game Fifty

All you need is two dice per player. Any number of players can play and a note pad can be useful for keeping track of the score. This is a simple game but it still holds your interest and competitive spirit–maybe because it’s so simple.

Depending on the size of your group, you may need more dice. We love to play where everyone has their own colour of dice. If you need some extra dice you can see the selection here.

How to Play Fifty

The object of the game is to be the first player to get to fifty points. Simple.

But only doubles score points.

Instead of counting, there is a set amount of points depending on which doubles are rolled. The chart below shows the scoring:

There are two methods of playing.

Lots of Dice Method

In this variation of the dice game Fifty, every player has his own set of dice. To play, every player rolls her dice at the same time. Each player keeps track of his own score and keeps rolling until one player scores Fifty. This method is a bit frantic but that can add to the challenge and fun of the game.

Single Set of Dice Method

When you only have one set of dice you can still play Fifty. In this game, each player takes a turn to roll the dice. If no doubles are rolled, play moves on to the next player. If doubles are rolled, the score is noted and play moves to the next player.

Winning the Dice Game Fifty

The first player who scores Fifty points wins the game.

Fifty for the Win

This an addictive dice game that anyone can play. It’s easy, fun and quick. You don’t need special equipment and it can be played just about anywhere. Best of all you can play with a big group or a small one. Fifty dice game is for sure one for the Family Game Shelf.

Some other great dice games that you’ll enjoy are Ohio, Mafia and Whacky Putt– the indoor dice mini golf game. And check our Family Game Shelf Shop to see what dice fun we have there.

For even more family fun, dowload our FREE Quick Play Refernce book for dice games in our reference library! This booklet is handy to have on hand as a reference to our favorite dice games.

Rating:

Pros: easy, play anywhere, quick,
Cons: too simple to play all night, could be noisy
Mom: counting by fives, speed