Item: Bravo! Digital Edition
Rating: 84
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

84/100

Bravo! Digital Edition is an excellent translation of the physical 'Noch mal!' (Encore!) board game experience to the digital screen. It’s an 'ingenious and addictive' dice game that captures the 'roll and write' magic perfectly. The goal is to fill in boxes on a scoring pad to complete columns and colors, racing against an opponent or your own high score. The addition of the 'Special Die' with unique effects adds a layer of strategy that wasn't in the original base game, making every turn a decision between safety and high-reward plays.

The app functions both as a standalone game and as a digital score pad/dice roller for the physical version, which is a fantastic touch. The 'Duo' mode on a single device works surprisingly well, and the UI is clean and responsive. I particularly like the 'Auto-Select' features that speed up the gameplay without taking away the tactical choices. It’s one of those 'just one more round' games that is perfect for solo play or a quick challenge with a friend. For fans of strategic dice games, this is a top-tier digital implementation.

Reviewed on: Sun Apr 07 2024

Dinsun Review

It’s a board game on a screen. I’m a fan of the physical version of Bravo, so I knew what I was getting into. The digital edition doesn't try to reinvent the wheel with fancy animations or unnecessary 3D graphics, which I appreciate. It stays true to the math-heavy, risk-reward nature of the game.

My main gripe is the lack of a robust online community. Finding a match can take forever, so you’re mostly stuck with the AI, which is predictable after a few hours. It’s a clean port, but it feels a bit clinical. If you already like the game, it’s a great way to play on a plane. If you don't care about board games, this will feel like doing homework.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Faithful to source material
Fast, snappy UI

Sparse online player base
Basic AI
Uninspired presentation

Technical Report

Performance: Very stable. Minimal battery drain.

Accessibility:

Colorblind Mode

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a fan of the physical board game and want a portable version.

Skip if: You want an 'experience' rather than just a digital score sheet.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPad Mini
Playtime: 10 hours
Status: Mastered Solo Mode

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

6477521335

$3.99 4+★5 2 reviews

Author : Outline Development

Pubish Date : Mon Mar 18 2024

Last Update Date : Thu Feb 19 2026

Support Languages : English and German

Genres :

Version 1.1.2Thu Feb 19 2026

Fixed: Bug with closing more than 2 colors in duo mode
Fixed: Bug with getting a bomb in pad mode
Fixed: Bug in digital dice after playing another mode
Bravo! is an ingenious, addictive game featuring an enhanced scoring pad and seven dice, including a special die with exciting effects, for endless variations and opportunities. Players must roll dice and choose which boxes to fill in to maximize their points on the scoring pad.
Players can use bombs to start off separate blocks of checks, collect hearts and earn extra points for completed columns, unlock more uses of the special die, and most importantly, race their opponents to finish columns, rows, and colors to earn points for the end of the game. The first to complete these sections are rewarded with bonuses and points.
Collect the most points and your opponents will have to say "Bravo!". You'll never want to stop playing.
• Official license
• Easy start into the game
• Game mode "Solo" for single players
• Game mode "Duo" for two players on one device
• Auto-Select Dice and Auto-Complete Turn
• Using the app as a digital score pad or digital dice
• Local leaderboard for solo mode
• Supporting Game Center with leaderboard and achievements
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Bravo! is an ingenious, addictive game featuring an enhanced scoring pad and seven dice, including a special die with exciting effects, for endless variations and opportunities. Players must roll dice and choose which boxes to fill in to maximize their points on the scoring pad.
Players can use bombs to start off separate blocks of checks, collect hearts and earn extra points for completed columns, unlock more uses of the special die, and most importantly, race their opponents to finish columns, rows, and colors to earn points for the end of the game. The first to complete these sections are rewarded with bonuses and points.
Collect the most points and your opponents will have to say "Bravo!". You'll never want to stop playing.
• Official license
• Easy start into the game
• Game mode "Solo" for single players
• Game mode "Duo" for two players on one device
• Auto-Select Dice and Auto-Complete Turn
• Using the app as a digital score pad or digital dice
• Local leaderboard for solo mode
• Supporting Game Center with leaderboard and achievements

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 2 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Bravo! Digital Edition is the official licensed version of the popular board game, featuring an enhanced scoring pad and seven dice. Players roll and select dice to fill in boxes, aiming to complete columns, rows, and color blocks to earn bonuses. The game introduces a special die with exciting effects, bombs to start new blocks, and hearts for extra points. Whether playing in Solo mode to climb the local leaderboards or in Duo mode on a single device, the game offers endless variations. It can even be used as a digital dice and score pad for the physical game, making it a versatile tool for board game fans.

Features

Official Game License

Solo and Duo Game Modes

Special Die with Unique Effects

Digital Score Pad Functionality

Game Center Leaderboards

Tips

Column Priorities

The first player to complete a column gets a higher bonus. Prioritize completing the center columns early as they offer easier branching paths to the rest of the board.

Promotion Videos

Arrested Development - Season 4 | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix - YouTube

Gameplays

Using Bombs

Don't hoard your bombs. Use them early to open up separate areas of the board, allowing you more flexibility when the dice rolls don't match your primary cluster.