On the Origin of Species
Animals · Post-Napoleonic

On the Origin of Species

"I am very anxious to see the Galapagos Islands, -- I think both the Geology & Zoology cannot fail to be very interesting." -- Charles Darwin, Letter to his sister, Catherine in August 1835.

2–4 players80 minages 9medium difficulty
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What is On the Origin of Species

"I am very anxious to see the Galapagos Islands, -- I think both the Geology & Zoology cannot fail to be very interesting." -- Charles Darwin, Letter to his sister, Catherine in August 1835.

Assist Charles Darwin during the Beagle journey across the Galapagos Islands, discovering new species and researching them in order to improve your knowledge.

During their turn, the active player must choose between two actions:

Research: Put 2 research pieces on 2 different species tiles on the board, gaining the knowledge of air, land or water habitat.

Specs

Game details

Players
2–4
Age
+9
Duration
80 min
Difficulty
Medium
Type
Board game
Year
2019
Mechanics
Hand Management · Tile Placement
Categories
Animals · Post-Napoleonic
Designer
Ferran Renalias · Gerard Ascensi
Publisher
Mont Tàber · Arclight Games · Artana · Spielefaible
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How many players is On the Origin of Species for?

On the Origin of Species plays with 2–4 players.

How long does a game take?

A game takes about 80 minutes.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 9.

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