DOTS AND LINES

Meet ALAN, your DOTS AND LINES host! DOTS AND LINES is a strategic Roll & Write game that combines spatial thinking, planning, and quick decisions. Players collect different elements from the board and draw them on their game sheets, using dots and lines to create connections and develop their layouts. Different gameplay variants introduce new ways to play, while a dedicated set of Online Cards can add unexpected twists and change the course of the game. The game sheet is available in Member Resources.

Game Essentials

• Age: 6+ (family-friendly)
• Players: 2
• Time: 30-60 minutes
• Difficulty: easy
• Physical system: ZIP & PLAY
• Online extension: dedicated Online Card Extension
• Offline extension: Dice Card System
• Digital version: QRious Card Edition

Game Variants

DOTS AND LINES can be played in several different ways, with each variant introducing its own objectives, decisions, and approach to building connections on the game sheet.

ZIP & PLAY System

• ZIP Board — fabric game board
• 6 dynamic tokens — white
• 3 dice — 2 white, 1 black standard six-sided die
• 1 NFC keychain — tap to open game cards

What Keeps You Playing

• Enhances strategic thinking
• Improves quick decision-making
• Teaches problem-solving
• Improves tactical planning
• Strengthens competitive skills
• Increases focus

Digital Edition Available

DOTS & LINES is also available in a Digital Edition that replaces the physical game board with QRious Cards accessed on your smartphone. The digital cards provide the elements needed during each round, while the game itself continues on paper.

Players use a printable game sheet to draw, connect, and record their progress, combining traditional Roll & Write play with the convenience of the QRious Card System.

The Digital Edition is available with 8doodles Membership, along with many other games, digital content, and Member resources, giving you even more ways to play and explore 8doodles.

Customers are saying…

“DOTS AND LINES is a perfect mix of strategy and quick thinking! Each move counts, and with the added online cards and templates, the game never gets boring. It’s fun, fast-paced, and always keeps you on your toes!“
Emma

“I love how DOTS AND LINES makes you think ahead while keeping the game exciting. The online cards and templates add a fun twist that spices up every round. Great for anyone looking for a challenge and a good time!“
Ben T.

Designed for You. Crafted by Hand.

DOTS AND LINES is created individually for you, combining its connection-based strategic gameplay with a personalized visual design. Each ZIP Board is sewn, sublimated, and assembled one at a time, with colors, graphics, logos, slogans, and personal details tailored to your chosen design. Nothing is mass-produced, making every game a distinctive piece created specifically for its owner.

The physical game connects with its own dedicated Online Card Set that adds new actions, interactions, and possibilities beyond the board. Three integrated smart access tags provide instant smartphone access to Online Cards and game content, combining handcrafted physical play with an evolving digital experience.

More Games. More Possibilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play DOTS AND LINES using the QRious Card Edition?

Yes. The QRious Card Edition lets Members play DOTS AND LINES using digital QRious Cards on a smartphone instead of physical dice. The cards provide the symbols needed during gameplay.

Printable game sheets may also be included with your Membership, including dedicated sheets for different gameplay variants.

Where can I find printable DOTS AND LINES materials?

Available DOTS AND LINES game sheets and supporting materials can be found under Member Resources. Access depends on your Membership.

How does the QRious Card Edition compare with the personalized ZIP & PLAY version?

The QRious Card Edition uses digital QRious Cards together with printable materials. ZIP & PLAY is a separate physical version that uses the original 2 dice system, physical Dynamic Card Tokens, and can be personalized according to the options available for DOTS AND LINES.

Can I print the DOTS AND LINES game board on a T-shirt?

A specially prepared DOTS AND LINES game board for T-shirt printing is available with selected Memberships. It can be used with your own dice or 8doodles Digital Dice and small, safe objects as Dynamic Tokens.

Can I sell DOTS AND LINES files or products made with them?

No. Downloadable DOTS AND LINES materials are for personal use only. They cannot be resold, shared, distributed, or used to create products for commercial sale.