Flash!
Flash! is a simultaneous dice race in which everyone rolls, evaluates, and rolls again as quickly as possible. Its short rounds and easy challenges make it a natural warm-up, rematch game, or drop-in activity at Midnight Oil community events in Titusville.
Watch How to Play
Video source: Blue Orange Games (official) · Runtime: shown in the player. Edition note: Covers the standard rules used for this library copy.
Quick facts
What is Flash!?
Each player receives six dice and races to complete the same challenge. A challenge may ask for matching numbers, a sequence, or another visible result. Players may keep useful dice and reroll the rest, creating a quick test of focus, probability, and decision-making under pressure.
How does it play?
- Reveal a challenge. Make sure every player understands the target before rolling begins.
- Roll at the same time. Everyone rolls all six dice simultaneously.
- Keep and reroll. Set aside dice that help complete the target and reroll the others as often as needed.
- Call completion and score. The first player to finish claims the best available scoring chip. Continue through the selected challenges and compare totals.
Why you might like it
- Everyone plays at once, so there is almost no waiting between turns.
- A complete game fits easily into a short event window.
- Multiple challenge types add variety without adding much rules weight.
Who is it best for?
Flash! is best for families and players comfortable with real-time competition. Players need to see die faces, handle several dice, and process patterns quickly. A non-timed adaptation can make the activity more comfortable for anyone who dislikes speed pressure.
Play it with Midnight Oil
Library games are available to play free at select Midnight Oil community events. They are not currently available for take-home borrowing. Game availability and teaching assistance may vary by event, and visitors may contact us in advance to request a particular game.
Check the Events page for a chance to try Flash!, or ask about using it as a quick opener while another table is forming.
Frequently asked questions
Does everyone roll at the same time?
Yes. Simultaneous rolling is what gives the game its fast pace.
How many dice does each player use?
Each player uses six dice from the set's total of 36.
Are all challenges the same?
No. The game includes eight dice challenges and several ways to organize play.