
- BGG rank
- BGG #4,098
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Munchkin Cthulhu
- 3–6 players
- 90 min
- Complexity 1.7/5
- 2007

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Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag is an expansion for Munchkin released in 2008 for 3–6 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Steve Jackson (I) and J. H. G. Hendriks and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Role Playing.
Part of the Munchkin series The Wicked Munchkin Die is produced by Q-workshop—under license from Steve Jackson Games—for the game MUNCHKIN™. The die itself is a large decahedron (d10) numbered “1” through “Ding!” with each face showing the iconic Munchkin character (artwork by John Kovalic) in ever increasing amounts of gear as he progresses from level 1 to level 10. The die is available in a number of variations: Wicked Munchkin Die – Black line art on a white die. Wicked Munchkin Bag & Die – Adds a linen dice bag decorated with a coloured Munchkin character. Wicked Munchkin Die, Premium Hand Painted – Each face is hand-coloured by artists working with Q-workshop. Wicked Munchkin Die, Deluxe Hand Painted – Each face is hand-coloured by artists working with Q-workshop. The quality is better than the premium hand painted die. Wicked Munchkin Die, Holiday Edition – White line art on a red die. Wicked Munchkin Die (Pink) – Black line art on a pink die. This color originates when they switch production between white and red dyes. Very rare. Wicked Munchkin Die (Blue) – Blue line art on a white die. Special rules General rule: If you are using a Wicked Munchkin Die, you start the game with one extra level. Special rule: “Roll the Bones” If you are using the Wicked Munchkin Die, and you are fighting an undead monster you may spend a level to roll that die. You get a bonus equal to the roll against that monster.
Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag supports 3–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag is 90 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag has a complexity rating of 1.8 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Humor. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Role Playing. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag are: Steve Jackson (I) and J. H. G. Hendriks. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Munchkin Wicked Dice & Bag as an expansion for Munchkin. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Munchkin to use it. Check that your edition of Munchkin is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.