Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny Review (PS5)
Summary: Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is a colorful action RPG that unites nine Nickelodeon heroes in a light, fantasy adventure. Best enjoyed in local co-op, it offers simple combat, loot, and humor kids will love, though repetition and shallow depth hold it back. For families and Nicktoons fans, it’s a fun and breezy romp.
3.5
Toons & Tapestries
Roll the dice, and let the Nicktoons chase destiny! Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is an action role-playing game developed by Petit Fabrik and Fair Play Labs, published by GameMill Entertainment, and released on September 30th of 2025, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This isn’t the first time Nickelodeon’s characters have teamed up for a crossover, with past titles like Nicktoons Unite! (2005) and Attack of the Toybots (2007) laying the groundwork. This latest outing shakes things up with a medieval-fantasy twist, setting SpongeBob, Timmy Turner, Danny Phantom, and others into a dice-rolling RPG adventure. As someone who grew up on Nicktoons, I was eager to see if this game could roll a nat 20. It doesn’t quite clear the check, but there’s still a lot of fun to be had.
The adventure begins when Timmy Turner, alongside Cosmo and Wanda, wishes himself into trouble during a game of Creatures and Chasms after he realizes that it’s boring to win all the time. His die rolls open a magical portal that drags him, his fairy godparents, and other Nickelodeon heroes into a fantasy world stitched together from their own shows. To escape, they must recover the magic die from villains working together to keep them trapped. The narrative feels like a cartoon episode come to life, filled with lighthearted banter, slapstick gags, and over-the-top villains. Kids will enjoy the comedy, while longtime fans will appreciate the way familiar characters and universes collide in amusing ways.
Dice of Destiny is a family-friendly action RPG that borrows just enough from dungeon crawlers without becoming overwhelming. Each of the nine playable heroes, ranging from Katara and Leonardo to Jenny Wakeman, takes on a classic RPG class, with movesets that reflect their personalities. SpongeBob swings like a knight, Sandy rages like a barbarian, and Timmy zaps away like a wizard. Players have access to a basic attack, dodge, and a set of special skills assigned to face buttons and triggers. These skills run on cooldowns and use energy from a meter, which refills quickly by attacking enemies or smashing environmental objects. The game is designed to keep the action flowing, and it very rarely punishes players harshly, which makes it approachable for younger audiences.
Progression is straightforward. Characters level up simultaneously, so nobody falls behind, and loot drops at different rarities with stats that can buff everything from damage and defense to gold collection and healing. Shops across the hub area, The Tangle, allow you to buy, upgrade, and dismantle gear using crystal currency, with Sokka’s Sustenance Shop offering fun consumables like “Pizza Power” potions. While the customization is not as deep as genre veterans might hope, there’s enough variety to keep equipment upgrades rewarding. Dungeon Master Challenges add spice by forcing players into quirky scenarios, like dodging raining fireballs or limiting how many hits they can take, before rolling the die to determine treasure bonuses. These challenges make levels feel less repetitive, even if enemy types and environments do begin to recycle over time.
The lands of Dice of Destiny cleverly mash Nickelodeon’s worlds into fantasy settings. From Bikini Bottomshire to the Ghost Zone, each level has unique enemies and bosses tied to its show. Seeing characters like Angelica riding a monstrous Cynthia spider or buff Plankton towering over the battlefield is both hilarious and memorable. Between levels, players return to The Tangle, which is filled with side quests, shops, and character management. While level design sometimes repeats, camera angle shifts and enemy variety help keep things fresh enough for kids to stay entertained.
The game shines brightest in local co-op. Up to four players can drop in and out easily, turning battles into chaotic, laugh-filled sessions. Coordinating special abilities between characters leads to fun synergies, and the simplified structure ensures that kids and parents can jump in without stress. On the other hand, single-player feels less satisfying. You can only take one character into missions, loot is tied to whoever you’re playing, and without AI companions, the grind can grow repetitive. It’s clear the game was built with couch co-op in mind. The lack of online multiplayer is a missed opportunity, though families gathered around one console will still find plenty of enjoyment.
Visually, the game takes a unified flat-shaded approach that blends the wildly different Nicktoon styles into a cohesive whole. While not cutting-edge, the fairy-tale aesthetic fits the fantasy setting, and the bright colors keep everything lively. The levels laid out as a board-game-style map is a clever touch. That said, environments and enemy designs can feel repetitive after extended play. Still, the characters themselves animate well, and fans will instantly recognize their favorite heroes and villains.
One of the game’s biggest strengths is its full voice acting. Hearing SpongeBob (Tom Kenny), Jimmy Neutron (Debi Derryberry), and other returning voice actors adds tremendous personality. Not every character has their original voice actor, most notably some of the Avatar roles, but replacements do a respectable job. The music leans into whimsical, Renaissance-inspired arrangements, which match the theme, but can grow repetitive over longer sessions. Combat chatter, while funny at first, does loop often; kids might not mind, but parents may hear the same lines one too many times. On the upside, attack sounds, spell effects, and environmental noises are crisp and satisfying.
Final Thoughts?
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is a lighthearted, accessible dungeon crawler meant for families and longtime Nick fans who want a colorful nostalgia trip. For kids, it’s an exciting crossover packed with humor, fantasy, and familiar characters. For adults, it’s a fun, but shallow experience best enjoyed with friends on the couch. Weaknesses like repetitive environments, simplistic mechanics, and limited progression systems are noticeable, yet when judged as a family-friendly romp, it succeeds where it matters most which is bringing beloved Nicktoons together in a way that celebrates their personalities while giving players an easygoing adventure. If you’re a parent looking for a cooperative game to play with your kids, or a millennial eager for a nostalgia-fueled night with friends, rolling the dice on Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is worth the throw. Just don’t expect it to be more than a light, breezy quest.
About the Author
Nay Clark Gaming holds a special place in my heart and I never stop talking about video games. I really love all types of games and have an interest in games that have complicated stories and lore because I enjoy untangling the mystery of it all. When I'm not gaming, I unsuccessfully try to control three amazing and incredibly bright kids.
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