Cardline: Animals
- Designer Frédéric Henry
- Publisher asmodee , Bombyx , Asterion Press , Gém Klub Kft. , GoKids 玩樂小子
- Illustration Gaël Lannurien
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Cardline: Animals, players arrange cards depicting animals in a line based on a chosen attribute like length, weight, or lifespan. Each turn, you place a card between others and reveal its attribute to check if it's correctly ordered. If correct, the card stays; if not, you discard it and draw a replacement. The goal is to be the first to get rid of all your cards. This quick game combines animal facts with simple placement mechanics.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at families and children aged 7 and up. With simple rules and a playtime of about 15 minutes, it suits beginners and casual players. It supports 2 to 8 players, making it great for groups or classroom settings. Cardline: Animals is not a complex strategy game but an educational and accessible experience.
How It Works
Before playing, players choose whether to sort animals by length, weight, or lifespan. Each player receives a set of cards face down. One card is placed face up in the center. On your turn, you place a card from your hand between two others and reveal its attribute. If the order is correct numerically, the card stays; if not, you discard it and draw a new card. The first to place all cards correctly wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Frédéric Henry, Cardline: Animals won the Le Lys Enfant award in 2013 and was nominated for the As d'Or the same year. It belongs to the educational Cardline family, focusing on teaching animal facts through gameplay. Its combination of learning and simple mechanics makes it unique among children’s card games.
Awards
2013
2013
- 2013 Le Lys Enfant — Winner
Pro
- Short playtime around 15 minutes
- Teaches animal facts interactively
- Simple rules suitable for kids and families
- Supports 2 to 8 players
Contra
- Lacks complex mechanics for experienced gamers
- Limited gameplay variety
- Theme focused solely on animals
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game focuses on animal facts, featuring various classes like mammals and amphibians. Attributes such as size, weight, and lifespan are based on real-world data, providing an educational theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Pay close attention to the chosen attribute’s order and learn from mistakes to improve placement accuracy.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Cardline: Animals is designed for 2 to 8 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Gameplay lasts about 15 minutes, making it suitable for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game has simple rules and is accessible to beginners and families.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines educational animal facts with straightforward card placement, part of the Cardline series.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is designed for children aged 7 and up and family play with easy-to-learn mechanics.
What mechanic makes it special?
The core mechanic is placing cards in numerical order based on animal attributes.
Fazit
Cardline: Animals is a straightforward, educational card game ideal for families and kids. It works best for short sessions and those seeking a fun way to learn about animals.
