Evolution
2014
Design5.6/10
Interaction9.0/10
Artistry5.0/10
Strategy3.5/10
Complexity4.5/10
Evolution
Adapt species to eat, survive, and dominate a changing ecosystem in this strategic game.
2014 • 2–6
Average rating
3.51
Players
2–6
Avg time
60 min
Age
12+
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Description
Evolution is a dynamic strategy game for 2–6 players where species adapt and evolve to survive in an ever-changing ecosystem. Players create and modify their own species using trait cards like Carnivore, Long Neck, or Hard Shell, competing for limited food and avoiding predators—sometimes even becoming predators themselves.
The game revolves around clever hand management, food scarcity, and the constant tension between growth and vulnerability. Every round forces players to make tough decisions: evolve a species further, start a new one, or adapt to the strategies of opponents. With its strong thematic grounding and emergent complexity, Evolution captures the drama of natural selection in a compelling, accessible format.
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Categories
Animals, Card Game, Educational, Environmental, Fighting, Prehistoric, Print & Play, Science Fiction, Nature / Ecology
Mechanics
Action Point Allowance System, Hand Management, Press Your Luck, Secret Unit Deployment, Simulation, Simultaneous Action Selection, Take That, Set Collection, Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling
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