RA & Lost Cities Go Roll & Write — But Are They Any Good?

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We all know RA and Lost Cities as timeless board game classics — but what happens when they go Roll & Write? In this video, I’m diving into RA & Write and Lost Cities: Roll & Write, two modern spin-offs that try to capture the charm of their original games in a faster, more portable format. 🧮 RA & Write — Based on Reiner Knizia’s legendary auction game, this version trades bidding paddles for dice and sheets, keeping the tension of set collection and timing while making it lightning-fast to play. 🎲 Lost Cities: Roll & Write — The classic expedition game gets the dice treatment! You’ll push your luck on colored paths, trying to rack up points while avoiding dead ends. It’s quick, clever, and surprisingly faithful to the original feel. I’ll break down how each one plays, how well they translate the spirit of the base game, and which one might actually be better in the Roll & Write format. If you love Knizia designs, compact strategy, or just seeing how great games reinvent themselves, you’ll enjoy this one. #BoardGameJourney #1000gameschallenge 0:00 Intro 0:50 Game 1 5:41 Game 2 10:36 Ending