[RPG] Are there critical hits for spells

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According to PHB p. 194 you always score a critical hit on any attack roll.

Does this rule also apply to magical attacks, e.g. the inflict wounds spell?

Best Answer

Yes! Attack rolls for spells are attack rolls, per the page you cite (PHB p. 194 ), so spell attacks can score a critical hit.

Whether you're striking with a melee weapon, firing a weapon at range, or making an attack roll as part of a spell, an attack has a simple structure.