{"product_id":"ditch-the-witch-dice-game","title":"Ditch the Witch – Fast-Paced Family Dice Game with Witch Timer \u0026 D6 Dice","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRun from the Witch Before Time Runs Out!\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDitch the Witch is the wickedly fun, fast-paced family dice game that has everyone scrambling, laughing, and holding their breath at the same time. Roll your D6 dice, make your move, and \u003cem\u003editch the witch\u003c\/em\u003e before she catches you — because once that witch timer goes off, someone's getting hexed! Simple enough for young kids, thrilling enough for adults, and chaotic enough for the whole family to love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for game nights, holiday gatherings, travel, and any moment you need to inject some magic and mayhem into the room. The compact drawstring bag keeps everything together and makes it the easiest game to grab and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 or more players\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAges 6 and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Duration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 15–25 minutes per session\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 pieces included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD6 dice × multiple (black \u0026amp; orange), Witch timer × 1, Orange drawstring storage bag × 1, Rulebook × 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDice Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium D6 dice in contrasting black and orange — bold Halloween-themed color scheme with crisp pip markings, satisfying to roll and easy to read at a glance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWitch-themed countdown timer — the ticking tension mechanic that drives the entire game and keeps every player on edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibrant orange drawstring bag — keeps all 11 pieces together, travel-ready and gift-presentable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily game night, Halloween parties, holiday gifting, travel, kids’ parties, quick filler games\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGame Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDice rolling, timed action, press-your-luck, family party game\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Play Ditch the Witch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDitch the Witch is fast to learn and impossible to put down. Here’s how the magic unfolds:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 – Set Up \u0026amp; Start the Witch Timer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the witch timer in the center of the table and start it — the countdown begins immediately. The ticking creates instant tension before a single die has been rolled. Everyone knows the witch is coming; nobody knows exactly when.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 – Roll Your D6 Dice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Players take turns rolling the black and orange D6 dice. Each roll determines your action for that turn — move, block, pass, or trigger a special effect depending on the numbers shown. The rules are quick to learn, but the decisions are deliciously tricky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 – Make Your Move Before She Strikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your dice results to score points, advance your position, or force other players into dangerous territory. Every turn is a calculated risk — do you go for the big score, or play it safe and hope the timer doesn’t go off on your turn?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4 – Ditch the Witch or Get Hexed:\u003c\/strong\u003e When the witch timer goes off, the player currently holding the dice (or in the hot seat, depending on the mode) gets hexed — losing points or facing a penalty. The goal is to ditch the witch onto someone else before time runs out!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5 – Score \u0026amp; Crown the Winner:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the agreed number of rounds, tally up scores. The player who successfully dodged the witch the most — and scored the highest — wins the game and escapes the hex!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 11 pieces, a spooky timer, and that signature orange bag, Ditch the Witch is a complete experience that fits in the palm of your hand — and takes over the entire room the moment you open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.faq-item{border:1px solid #d0d0d0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:12px;overflow:hidden}.faq-item summary{padding:14px 18px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;background:#f7f7f7;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center}.faq-item summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.faq-item summary::after{content:\"+\";font-size:20px;font-weight:300;transition:transform 0.2s}.faq-item[open] summary::after{content:\"-\"}.faq-item p{padding:14px 18px;margin:0;line-height:1.7;background:#fff}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the witch timer work in the game?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe witch timer is the heart of Ditch the Witch — it’s a countdown timer that starts at the beginning of each round and ticks down unpredictably. Players never know exactly when it will go off, which creates constant tension and hilarious moments of panic. Whoever is in the hot seat when the timer expires gets hexed and faces a penalty. The timer mechanic is what makes every round feel different and keeps everyone fully engaged from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Ditch the Witch good for young children?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes! Ditch the Witch is recommended for ages 6 and up. The D6 dice are standard and easy to read, the rules are simple to explain in minutes, and the witch timer adds excitement without being complicated. Younger children especially love the spooky theme and the thrilling suspense of the countdown. It’s a fantastic game for mixed-age family groups where everyone from kids to grandparents can genuinely compete on equal footing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Ditch the Witch a good Halloween or holiday gift?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely — it’s one of the best-themed party game gifts available. The black and orange D6 dice, witch timer, and vibrant orange drawstring bag give it an instantly festive Halloween feel that makes it a natural gift for October, but it’s fun enough to play year-round. The compact bag packaging is charming and gift-ready on its own. Whether it’s for a birthday, Halloween party bag, holiday stocking stuffer, or a last-minute game night gift, Ditch the Witch delivers exceptional value and guaranteed laughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bear Dice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48722191253698,"sku":"BDDGPO00288","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/5237\/6258\/files\/O1CN01nq3XydeGuYB3thOC__3260756740_00d21248-a458-4598-82fd-a254e22153dc.webp?v=1788417806","url":"https:\/\/beardice.com\/products\/ditch-the-witch-dice-game","provider":"Bear Dice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}