Simple Dice is an accessibility-focused utility for tabletop RPG players, providing a screen-reader-compatible dice-rolling interface on iOS.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
The app removes the visual and cognitive friction that standard, ad-heavy RPG tools impose on users who rely on VoiceOver for navigation.
For Tabletop RPG players with accessibility needs who require screen-reader compatible tools.
What does it look like?
Key features
Dice rolling interface designed for use with VoiceOver screen reader technology
Physical gesture input to reset dice state
Functionality to aggregate multiple dice results for RPG gameplay
How much does it cost?
The app operates as a free utility with no monetization or paid tiers, though a voluntary tip button was recently added.
Velocity
Maintenance developmentaccessibilityUX improvementsShow more...
With only one release in the observed window and 212 days since the last update, the app is currently in a maintenance phase. The latest release focused on refining accessibility controls for VoiceOver users by remapping the clear-mode shortcut. There is no evidence of active development or recurring live operations. Future updates remain uncertain given the extended period of inactivity.
Who built it?
SuperFly Games
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What do users think recently?
Fresh user feedback skews upset.
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
What users say, by theme
- Introduction of a voluntary payment button creates friction for users who value a free experience
1 of 1 recent reviews analyzed · limited sample
Read the full review analysisCompetition
Competitive landscape for Simple Dice - Accessible Dice
How's the Utilities market?
Simple Dice holds a 4.57-star rating across 92 ratings in the Utilities category. The lack of monetization and ad-free model positions it as a community-focused tool rather than a commercial competitor.
The rivals identified
The Analyst's Read
Key takeaways for Simple Dice - Accessible Dice
Where is it heading?
The RPG utility market is shifting toward feature-rich, ad-supported tools, but Simple Dice remains advantaged by its accessibility-first design. Maintaining this position requires ensuring the UI remains free of friction, as the core user base prioritizes utility over monetization.
- The introduction of a voluntary payment button creates friction for users who value a free experience, leading to negative sentiment.
- The app has been silent for seven months, suggesting a maintenance-only posture that avoids feature-bloat but risks falling behind accessibility standards.
The SWOT
- VoiceOver-optimized interface creates a defensible niche for visually impaired RPG players
- Expanding dice library could capture users currently using complex, less accessible alternatives
Next best moves
Relocate tip button to a settings menu because users report accidental clicks during standard use → improve user sentiment
The counter-intuitive read
The app's seven-month update silence is a feature, not a bug…
Read the full takeSince the last report: The app's competitive narrative shifted from a focus on decline to a stable posture, re-framing the seven-month development silence as a deliberate avoidance of feature-bloat rather than a failure to maintain standards.
Bottom line
Simple Dice succeeds by serving a specific accessibility need, but the recent payment button integration risks the app's primary value proposition. Moving the tip button to a settings menu would restore the clean experience that drives user retention.
Unlock 1 critical friction, 1 market threat and the analyst’s take.
Access the full report for freeFAQ
Is Simple Dice accessible for VoiceOver users?
Does Simple Dice have ads?
Why is there a tip button in the app?
Sources
- [1] App Store, source
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