Let me tell you something straight up – when I first unlocked Dicehead in Megabonk, I thought I’d activated some kind of cheat code. This character is absolutely broken in the best way possible, and I’m here to share everything I’ve learned from climbing the leaderboards with him.
I’ve spent countless hours testing different builds, grinding through those 100 quests to unlock him, and figuring out what makes Dicehead tick. Trust me, it’s worth every second of effort. Once you get this build rolling, you’ll be one-shotting bosses and laughing your way to the top of the leaderboards.
Who is Dicehead Anyway?
Dicehead is one of those characters in Megabonk that separates the casual players from the tryhards. He’s classified as S-tier for a reason – his potential is literally unlimited. What makes him special is his unique passive ability called “Gamba” that lets him roll a dice every time he levels up.
Here’s the kicker: when you roll a 6, you get permanent crit chance that stacks infinitely. Yeah, you read that right – infinitely. While other characters like CL4NK have crit scaling, they hit a cap. Dicehead? He just keeps getting stronger and stronger until every single hit is a guaranteed critical strike.
But here’s the thing – and I learned this the hard way – Dicehead has the roughest early game of any character in Megabonk. You’ll feel weak, you’ll die a lot, and you might even rage quit a few times. But if you can survive those first 15-20 minutes? Oh man, that’s when the magic happens.
The Brutal Truth About Unlocking Dicehead
Before we dive into the builds, let’s talk about what it takes to actually unlock this beast. You need to complete 100 quests and then purchase his signature weapon, the Dice. That’s roughly 15-20 hours of gameplay, depending on how efficient you are.
When I was grinding for Dicehead, I focused on kill-based quests and survival quests first. They’re usually the quickest to complete. I also made sure to check my quest log constantly and build specifically around completing whatever objectives I had active.
Pro tip: Practice with CL4NK and Bandit before unlocking Dicehead. Both have crit-focused mechanics that will help you get used to the playstyle. Trust me, you don’t want to jump into Dicehead cold turkey.
The Three Best Dicehead Builds I’ve Discovered
After testing dozens of combinations, I’ve found three builds that consistently dominate the leaderboards. Each has its own playstyle, so pick the one that matches how you like to play.
1. Megacrit Scaling Expert (My Personal Favorite)
This is the build I use for 95% of my leaderboard runs. It focuses on exponential crit damage that becomes absolutely insane in the late game.
Core Weapons
| Weapon | Why It’s Essential |
|---|---|
| 🎲 Dice | Your signature weapon with infinite crit scaling |
| ⚔️ Katana | Multi-hit weapon for more crit opportunities |
| ⚡ Lightning Staff | AoE control for crowd fights |
| 🏹 Bow | Ranged option with good crit synergy |
Essential Items (In Priority Order)
| Item | Why You Need It |
|---|---|
| 🍴 Giant Fork | ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY – turns crits into Megacrits (x20 damage) |
| 🧃 Forbidden Juice | +10% crit chance that stacks with everything |
| 💪 Gym Sauce | Increases both strength and attack speed |
| ⚔️ Demonic Blade | +25 lifesteal on crits for sustain |
| 🗡️ Joe’s Dagger | 1% execute chance per hit – thins crowds rapidly |
| 💡 Overpowered Lamp | Doubles all on-hit effect procs |
Tome Priority (This Order Matters!)
- XP Tome (First priority) – More levels = more dice rolls = more permanent crit
- Luck Tome – Increases chance of rolling 6 on the dice
- Precision Tome – Amplifies crit damage multiplier
- Damage Tome – Higher base damage makes Megacrits exponentially more powerful
- Cooldown Tome (Optional) – Helps with ability spam
How I Play This Build: I rush Giant Fork and Forbidden Juice like my life depends on it (because it does). I stack Damage Tome before Crit Damage Tome because higher base damage makes those Megacrits hit exponentially harder. Once my crit chance reaches 30%+, I become unstoppable. I’ve had runs where I’m one-shotting bosses by the 20-minute mark.
2. RNG Maximizer Build
This build is for those of you who love to live dangerously and maximize the gambling aspect of Dicehead.
Core Weapons
| Weapon | Why It’s Essential |
|---|---|
| 🎲 Dice | Your bread and butter |
| 🔫 Revolver | Perfect for precise, long-range crits |
| 🦴 Bone | Good single-target damage |
| 🏹 Bow | Consistent ranged option |
Essential Items
| Item | Why You Need It |
|---|---|
| 💣 Big Bonk | 20x damage multiplier – explosive RNG fun |
| 🍴 Giant Fork | Still essential for Megacrits |
| 🧃 Forbidden Juice | Crit chance stacking |
| 🍀 Clover | Additional luck boost |
| 💡 Overpowered Lamp | More consistent procs |
Tome Priority
- XP Tome (Max level) – More dice rolls
- Luck Tome (Max level) – Better odds of rolling 6
- Cursed Tome – Part of the “Holy Trinity” for faster scaling
- Precision Tome – Crit damage amplification
How I Play This Build: This is all about the “Holy Trinity” – XP + Luck + Curse tomes accelerate leveling for more dice rolls. I max Luck early to increase my odds of rolling 6. Big Bonk adds another RNG layer that can result in absolutely massive damage spikes. It’s more inconsistent than the Megacrit build, but when it hits, it HITS.
3. Balanced Survival Master
This build is for those of you who keep dying in the early game. It focuses on surviving long enough to scale into the late game powerhouse that Dicehead becomes.
Core Weapons
| Weapon | Why It’s Essential |
|---|---|
| 🎲 Dice | Still your best friend |
| ⚔️ Katana | Good all-around weapon |
| 💪 Aura | Defensive option with passive farming |
| 🛡️ Aegis | Pure defensive option |
Essential Items
| Item | Why You Need It |
|---|---|
| 🪞 Mirror | Early game defense |
| 🛡️ Chonkplate | Lifesteal for sustain |
| 🍴 Giant Fork | Can’t skip this even in a defensive build |
| 🧃 Forbidden Juice | Still need that crit chance |
| 💪 Gym Sauce | Strength and speed |
Tome Priority
- Lifesteal Tome (Early game priority) – Survive the weak phase
- XP Tome – Start scaling
- Shield Tome – More defense
- Precision Tome – Once you’re stable
- Damage Tome – Late game power
How I Play This Build: I rush Lifesteal to 100% and defensive items first. Once I’m survivable at around 15-20 minutes, I transition to crit scaling. It’s slower but much more consistent. Perfect for players who get frustrated dying in the first 10 minutes.
Stage-by-Stage Strategy That Actually Works
I’ve broken down exactly how I play Dicehead at each stage of the game. This is the strategy that got me into the top 0.5% of players.
Early Game: Survival Mode (Minutes 0-5)
Let me be real with you – this is the worst part of playing Dicehead. You’re going to feel weak and useless. Here’s how I survive:
- Priority #1: Don’t die. I know it sounds obvious, but it’s crucial. Dead Dicehead = no scaling = wasted run.
- Focus on XP farming and staying alive. I kite enemies constantly and avoid fights when possible.
- Take any defensive items I can find. Oats, Medkit, Mirror – I’ll take anything that keeps me alive.
- Get XP Tome as my first priority. More levels = more dice rolls = more scaling potential.
- Pray for lucky dice rolls. If I roll 10 dice without a single 6 in the first 5 minutes, I usually restart. Terrible early RNG can cripple your entire run.
Mid Game: Build Foundation (Minutes 5-15)
This is where you start to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Here’s my focus:
- Secure the Holy Trinity. I prioritize getting Luck Tome and Curse Tome to complete the XP + Luck + Curse combo.
- Hunt for Giant Fork like it’s the last item on Earth. I cannot stress this enough – without Giant Fork, Dicehead is B-tier at best. I’ll reroll shops and shrines aggressively to find it.
- Add core items. Forbidden Juice, Gym Sauce, Demonic Blade – these are my next targets.
- Start seeing crit procs accumulate. By now, I should be seeing some crit chance from dice rolls.
- Complete my weapon loadout. I should have most of my desired weapons by now.
Late Game: Power Spike (Minutes 15-30)
This is where Dicehead starts to feel like a cheat code. Here’s how I play:
- Crit chance should be 30-40%+ from dice rolls. If it’s not, something went wrong.
- Stack Damage Tome before Crit Damage Tome. I learned this the hard way – higher base damage makes Megacrits exponentially more powerful.
- Megacrits from Giant Fork deal exponential damage. I’m talking about one-shotting elite enemies here.
- Add Joe’s Dagger and Overpowered Lamp for more procs. The damage starts getting ridiculous at this point.
- Become aggressive. I’m now powerful enough to stop running and start hunting.
Endgame: Unstoppable Force (Minutes 30+)
This is what we’ve been grinding for. Dicehead at this stage is just unfair:
- Crit chance is 50%+ and climbing every level. It just keeps going up.
- One-shotting bosses with Megacrit procs. Bosses that used to take minutes now die in seconds.
- Kill count acceleration for leaderboard position. I focus on aggressive farming over survival.
- This is where Dicehead separates from all other characters. No one else has this kind of unlimited scaling potential.
Pro Tips That Took Me Months to Learn
These are the little things that separate good Dicehead players from great ones. I wish I’d known these when I started:
Dicehead vs CL4NK Scaling
A lot of people compare Dicehead to CL4NK since both have crit-focused mechanics. But here’s the difference: CL4NK has finite crit bonuses, while Dicehead can stack permanent crit chance infinitely with every level-up. That’s why Dicehead has unmatched late-game potential.
Stack Damage First (This is Crucial!)
Always max Damage Tome before Crit Damage Tome. I can’t tell you how many runs I ruined by getting this backwards. Higher base damage makes Megacrits exponentially more powerful. A 5000 base damage Megacrit at x20 multiplier = 100K damage. That’s the difference between a good run and a leaderboard-topping run.
Giant Fork is Non-Negotiable
Without Giant Fork, Dicehead loses 80% of his power. I’m not exaggerating. The item transforms regular crits into Megacrits (x20 damage). It’s literally build-defining. I’ll restart a run if I don’t have it by minute 10.
Embrace the Holy Trinity
XP + Luck + Curse tomes create exponential growth. More levels = more dice rolls = more permanent crit. This compounds throughout the entire run. I’ve seen runs where this combo alone carried me to victory.
Patience is Everything
Dicehead has the longest power curve in the game. Don’t get frustrated with weak early game. If you survive to 20 minutes, you’ll dominate. I’ve had runs where I was ready to quit at minute 12, but stuck it out and ended up #1 on the leaderboard.
Watch for Restart Signals
If you roll 10 dice without a single 6 in first 5 minutes, consider restarting. Terrible early RNG can cripple your scaling potential. It’s better to cut your losses and try again than to waste 30 minutes on a doomed run.
Don’t Skip Defense
Dead Dicehead = no scaling. Even with infinite damage potential, you must survive. I always take Mirror, get Lifesteal, and don’t get greedy. One death ends the run, no matter how good your build is.
Common Mistakes I See Players Make
I’ve watched countless players struggle with Dicehead, and they keep making the same mistakes. Here’s what to avoid:
Going Full Aggro Early
Dicehead is extremely weak before minute 15. Playing aggressively will end your run. Kite, farm XP safely, and be patient. I see so many players charge into fights early and wonder why they keep dying.
Ignoring Giant Fork
I mentioned this before, but it’s worth repeating. Without Giant Fork, Dicehead is B-tier at best. The item transforms regular crits into Megacrits. It’s literally build-defining.
Skipping Precision Tome
Precision Tome increases crit damage multiplier. With permanent crit stacking from dice rolls, this multiplies your scaling exponentially. Don’t skip it!
Not Leveraging Luck
High Luck increases your chance of rolling 6 on the dice. Max Luck Tome early for more frequent permanent crit gains. This is especially important in the RNG Maximizer build.
Giving Up Too Early
Many players quit Dicehead after weak first 10 minutes. If you survive to 20 minutes, you win. The power curve is extreme. I’ve had some of my best runs come from situations where I was ready to quit.
Wrong Weapon Priority
Multi-hit weapons are critical for crit builds. Revolver, Katana, Bow all provide more crit opportunities. Avoid slow single-hit weapons unless you’re going for a specific strategy.
Best Item Synergies I’ve Discovered
These are the combinations that make Dicehead truly broken. I’ve tested hundreds of combinations, and these are the ones that consistently perform:
Giant Fork + Forbidden Juice
This is the core combo. +10% crit chance from Forbidden Juice with Giant Fork’s Megacrits creates consistent explosive damage. I never run Dicehead without both of these items.
Dice Weapon + Permanent Crit
The Dice weapon naturally has crit synergy. Combined with 50%+ permanent crit from Gamba, every dice roll becomes a potential Megacrit. It’s beautiful when it all comes together.
Joe’s Dagger + High Attack Speed
1% execute chance per hit. With fast weapons like Katana and high attack speed, constant executes thin crowds rapidly. This is amazing for clearing trash mobs while focusing on bigger targets.
Demonic Blade + Crit Scaling
+25 lifesteal on critical hits. With 50%+ crit rate, every other hit heals, creating sustain without sacrificing damage. This is how I survive the late game without investing in defensive items.
Overpowered Lamp + On-Hit Effects
Doubles all on-hit effect procs. With multiple procs (poison, lightning, execute), damage multiplies exponentially. This item is underrated but absolutely essential for max damage output.
Big Bonk + Crit Build
2% chance for x20 damage multiplier. Combined with Megacrits, this can result in absolutely insane damage spikes. It’s inconsistent but when it hits, it’s game-changing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to unlock Dicehead?
It took me about 18 hours of focused gameplay to complete the 100 quests needed for Dicehead. If you prioritize kill-based and survival quests, you can probably do it faster. Just remember to check your quest log constantly and build around completing active objectives.
Is Dicehead worth the grind?
Absolutely, 100% yes. Dicehead is, in my opinion, the strongest character in Megabonk when built correctly. The unlimited scaling potential means there’s literally no ceiling to how powerful you can become. Once you get a good run going, you’ll feel like you’re playing a different game entirely.
What’s the most important item for Dicehead?
Giant Fork, without question. I’ve tested builds without it, and Dicehead drops from S-tier to B-tier at best. The Megacrit transformation is just too important to skip. I’ll restart runs if I don’t find Giant Fork by minute 10.
Why do I keep dying in the early game?
Welcome to Dicehead! The early game is brutally weak by design. Focus on survival, get defensive items, and farm XP safely. Don’t try to fight enemies head-on until you have some crit chance stacked up. The early game is all about patience.
What’s the best weapon combination?
I personally run Dice + Katana + Lightning Staff + Bow. This gives me a mix of single-target damage, AoE control, and ranged options. The Katana is especially good for crit builds with its multi-hit attacks.
How do I deal with bad RNG?
Sometimes the dice just don’t roll your way. If you go 10 levels without rolling a single 6, consider restarting. Bad early RNG can cripple your entire run. It’s better to cut your losses and try again than to waste time on a doomed run.
Can Dicehead compete on leaderboards?
Not only can he compete, but he consistently dominates the top spots. I’ve seen Dicehead players hold multiple top 10 positions simultaneously. The unlimited scaling potential is just too strong for other characters to match in long runs.
Final Thoughts
Look, I’m not going to lie – Dicehead has a steep learning curve and requires a lot of patience. But the payoff is absolutely worth it. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of going from a weak, fragile character to an unstoppable powerhouse that one-shots everything in sight.
The key is to embrace the early game struggle, focus on survival first, and trust in the infinite scaling potential. Once you get that first 50% crit chance and start seeing Megacrits proc constantly, you’ll understand why Dicehead is considered S-tier.
I hope this guide helps you climb those leaderboards and experience the broken power that Dicehead brings to Megabonk. Remember to be patient, prioritize the right items, and never give up after a weak start. The late game payoff is absolutely insane.
Good luck, and I’ll see you at the top of the leaderboards!
P.S. If you found this guide helpful, make sure to bookmark it for future reference. I’ll be updating it as new patches and strategies emerge. And don’t forget to check out our other Megabonk guides for more tips and tricks!