Last updated: March 2026
What Is Yahtzee?
Yahtzee is a classic dice game where you roll five dice up to three times per turn, strategically holding dice between rolls to build scoring combinations. With 13 scoring categories to fill across upper and lower sections, every game is a balancing act between playing it safe and chasing big scores.
Originally released by Milton Bradley in 1956, Yahtzee has become one of the most popular dice games in the world. The game blends luck with genuine strategic depth — knowing when to push for a Yahtzee, when to settle for a safe score, and how to manage the upper bonus threshold separates good players from great ones.
How to Play
Roll the dice. Click the Roll button to roll all five dice. You get three rolls per turn. After the first roll, click any dice you want to hold — they'll glow gold to confirm. Only unheld dice are re-rolled.
Choose a scoring category. After rolling, the scorecard highlights available categories. Hover over any category to preview the score you'd get. Click to lock it in. Choose wisely — each category can only be used once, and you must fill one per turn even if the score would be zero.
Target the upper bonus. The upper section scores the sum of matching dice (e.g., all your 5s). If your upper total hits 63 or more, you earn a 35-point bonus. This requires averaging three of each number across the six upper categories.
Chase the Yahtzee. Five of a kind scores 50 points, and each additional Yahtzee earns a 100-point bonus. Getting even one Yahtzee can transform a mediocre game into a great one.
Key Features
Two game modes. Play solo to chase your personal best, or challenge the AI opponent in head-to-head play. The AI uses probability-based strategy to make smart holding and scoring decisions.
Full stats tracking. Your games played, high score, average score, Yahtzees rolled, upper bonus percentage, and streaks are all tracked locally. See how you improve over time.
Casino-quality feel. Realistic 3D dice animations, a dark green felt background, and smooth interactions make every roll satisfying. The scorecard shows real-time previews so you always know what each category is worth before you commit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good Yahtzee score?
An average game scores around 200-250 points. Scores above 300 are excellent, and anything above 400 requires multiple Yahtzees. The theoretical maximum is 1,575.
What is the upper section bonus?
If your upper section total (Ones through Sixes) reaches 63 or more, you earn a 35-point bonus. This requires averaging 3-of-each-number across the six categories.
Can I play against the computer?
Yes — select vs AI mode to play against an AI opponent that uses probability-based strategy to make optimal decisions.
How does Yahtzee scoring work?
You roll 5 dice up to 3 times per turn, holding any dice between rolls. After rolling, you choose one of 13 scoring categories. Upper categories score the sum of matching dice (e.g., all 4s). Lower categories include Three/Four of a Kind (sum of all dice), Full House (25 points), Small Straight (30), Large Straight (40), Yahtzee (50), and Chance (sum of all dice).
What is a Yahtzee bonus?
If you roll a second Yahtzee (five of a kind) after already scoring 50 in the Yahtzee category, you earn a 100-point bonus for each additional Yahtzee. This can happen multiple times in a single game.
Does this Yahtzee game work on mobile?
Yes. The dice and scorecard are fully responsive. Tap dice to hold them, tap the roll button to roll, and tap a scorecard category to lock in your score. Works on all phones and tablets.
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