Yahtzee in Windows 8, Windows 10: Best Apps from the Store

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Yahtzee game players will be delighted to discover the following Windows 8, 8.1, Windows 10 apps from the Store to play the game
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Are you an avid Yahtzee lover and you also happen to own a Windows 8, Windows 10 device, be it a laptop, hybrid or All-in-one computer? Then you know what you need, right? Some fun and entertaining Yahtzee Windows 8 or RT apps to play with your friends. If you love games like Yahtzee, then you probably will want to check out our collection of chesscheckers and Sudoku apps for your Windows 8, Windows 10 machine.

You will be able to download the Yahtzee game on your Windows 8, Windows 10 device in the form of an app and play in single player mode or with your friends, in multiplayer. Also, some apps might have online mode, as well. What are we waiting for? Let’s get the dice rolling and see some nice Yahtzee apps for you to consider downloading on your Windows 10, Windows 8!

Windows 8, Windows 10 Yahtzee apps for dice game lovers

We are doing our very best to scout the Windows Store and find the best there is, but if you know a certain Yahtzee app and you are satisfied with it, then you are most welcome to leave your impressions in the comments section just below the article.

Yatzy Ultimate [Free] and [$1.49]

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Yatzy Ultimate Free is one of the best Windows 8, Windows 10 Yahtzee apps you will find at this very moment in the Windows Store. As the developers himself says: “this game is easy to learn but is difficult to become a master“, which sums up the whole point in Yahtzee. There are two modes: Yatzy and Maxy Yatzy. The graphics are pleasant to the eye and the sound doesn’t bother your game. There are also statistics and instructions available as special features.

The latest version got support in Microsoft Store, also Gameplay optimization and bug fix.

Yahtzee Score Keeper [Free]

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As you understood from the title, this app isn’t a Windows 8, Windows 10 Yahtzee app per se, but rather a “companion” Yahtzee app, if I can say so. If you have a Windows 8, Windows 10 tablet nearby, you can use this app to keep the score while you play Yahtzee with your friends. Quite clever and pretty basic and simple to use.

[UPDATE] This game has no longer received support in Microsoft Store.

Magical Yatzy [Free]

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Magical Yatzy Online is a Windows 8, Windows 10 Yahtzee multiplayer dice game. While the graphics aren’t that appealing, this is a fun Windows 8, Windows 10 Yahtzee game to play online.

Your goal is to get as many points as possible by collecting different poker hands of five dices. Possibility to use “magical artifacts” to improve your score makes this game more fun. Magical Yatzy – this is a great opportunity to test your luck and have fun. Five sets of rules are implemented in the Magical Yatzy game, which makes it accessible for players with different levels, including children.

The game comes with a clear user interface in Windows 8 and Windows 10‘ style and the good news is that it is also optimized for Windows 8 or Windows RT tablets. If you want, you can also login with your Facebook account.

[UPDATE] Users have reported this game is very slow, crashes and freezes. We managed to play it well, but if you encounter any issues on your device, do not hesitate and mail your concern to support [at] sanet [dot] by.

Yatzy for Windows 8, Windows 10 Desktop [Free] and [$4.95]

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As of now, this application is only for desktop use, so you shouldn’t bet on it if you have a Windows 8, Windows 10 tablet or another Windows 8, Windows 10 touch device. This Windows 8 desktop Yatzy app is developed by baKno. The developer’s own words:

This version of the game was developed with a physics engine so the dice roll out of a cup and bounce on the table with realistic forces of nature.  The object of Yatzy is to score the most points by rolling five dice to compile various required dice combinations. Your score is easily recorded by clicking on the appropriate cell on the scorecard corresponding to the selected dice combination.

This desktop Windows 8, Windows 10 Yatzy games comes with five different versions and an advanced settings menu that lets you customize the game according to your preferences. This game is perfect for multiplayer as you can play Yatzy with up to six players. If you are alone and you just want to test your skills, you can also play against as many as five computer rivals.

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[UPDATE] In the latest version, developers have been modified wooden dices to improve readability. They have also fixed bumped table materials so your game experience is enhanced. Other improvements made:

  • Redesigned intro screen
  • New Fast Throw option to speed up the game
  • User interface localized into 12 different languages
  • In app purchases of License, Tokens or Subscription
  • Minor bug fixes

The mobile versions are not available on Windows mobile devices, still.

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