Boardgames

Yamslam

Use five dice, calculated chances, and strategic choices to claim combinations, earn points, and reach special bonuses first.

15
minutes

2 - 4
player(s)

Light

Yamslam board game cover

About this board game

Yamslam is a dice game for 2–4 players that plays in about 15 minutes. Using five dice, players weigh calculated chances and strategic choices as they work toward the most valuable combinations.

After each roll, choose the dice that create your best available combination. Every combination has a different point value, so deciding which result to pursue can shape your chances of winning. The game keeps the pressure on with a limited supply: each combination has only four chips available.

  • Roll five dice and select the dice that support your strongest combination.
  • Claim combinations with different point values.
  • Race other players to special bonuses.
  • Try to secure the best chips before they run out.

Because the chips are limited, timing matters throughout the game. A combination may be worth pursuing for its points, while another choice could help you reach a special bonus before your friends do. This blend of probability and decision-making keeps the suspense rolling until the end.

Yamslam is self-contained and designed for portability. The game comes in a recyclable tin, making it travel-friendly and highly durable for years of play. Its 2008 release brings a straightforward dice-and-chip experience to game nights, trips, and other occasions where a short game fits the moment.

Whether you are carefully calculating your next choice or taking a chance on a stronger result, Yamslam centers every roll on an immediate decision. Choose wisely, claim valuable combinations, and stay ahead of the competition while the available chips last.