Nautical · Puzzle

Aqua: Biodiversity in the Oceans

In AQUA, your starting point is a hot spot that gradually becomes surrounded by expanding coral formations. These corals serve as habitats for small marine animals. By fostering biodiverse habitats, you can then create ideal conditions for attracting the largest marine animals.

1–4 players45 minages 8medium difficulty

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What is Aqua: Biodiversity in the Oceans

AQUA plays over 17 rounds. On your turn, you must take a new coral tile from the market and add it to your reef, then you may also attract animals to your ecosystem if you create the correct patterns of coral.

At the end of the game, the player who grew the best coral formations and attracted the most large and small sea animals will score the most points and win.

AQUA invites you to dive into the beauty and wonder of the ocean, delivering an incredible variety of gameplay experiences for the whole family.

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Game details

Players: 1–4
Age: +8
Duration: 45 min
Difficulty: Medium
Type: Board game
Year: 2024
Mechanics: End Game Bonuses · Open Drafting · Pattern Building
Categories: Nautical · Puzzle
Designer: Dan Halstad · Tristan Halstad
Publisher: Devir · Sidekick Games · CoolPlay · Hobby Japan

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trotamor7/10

Interesante juego que recuerda mucho a cascadia con capas extras de profundidad. Para mi gusto demasiados colores lo que provoca que se haga engorroso de jugar. Cascadia me parece mucho más elegante en ese aspecto. No obstante cumple y el puzzle es más exigente.