Earth
- Designer Maxime Tardif
- Publisher Inside Up Games , Board Game Rookie , CoolPlay , Gém Klub Kft. , Geronimo Games
- Illustration M81 Studio , Conor McGoey , Yulia Sozonik , Kenneth Spond
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Earth, players build a tableau representing ecosystems by combining flora and fauna cards. Players choose actions using cards that affect all players and gain resources. Over time, you develop a self-sustaining engine where even unused plants become compost for future growth. The game ends when a player completes their tableau, and the one with the most points wins. The vast number of combinations offers new synergies every game.
Who Is This Game For?
Earth suits experienced players aged 13 and up who enjoy strategic games lasting about 90 minutes. It includes a solo mode for single-player enjoyment. While prior knowledge of engine-building and hand management helps, the rules remain simple enough for newcomers to learn.
How It Works
The core mechanics include Contracts, Hand Management, and Pattern Building. Players use cards from their hands to perform actions generating resources and expanding their tableau. Creating synergies drives engine development. Completing your tableau triggers game end, and the highest scorer wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Maxime Tardif, Earth won the 2023 Golden Geek Medium Game of the Year and received multiple nominations including Best Solo Board Game. It features extensive tableau building and rich strategic depth. Part of the Kickstarter family, it's also available digitally on Board Game Arena and Tabletopia.
Awards
2023
- 2023 Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game — Nominated
- 2023 Fairplay À la carte Runner-up — Nominated
Pro
- Varied strategic options through tableau building
- Includes a solo mode
- Multiple awards including Golden Geek 2023 winner
- Digital versions on Board Game Arena and Tabletopia
Contra
- Requires strategic thinking and patience for 90-minute games
- Not ideal as a family game for younger children
- Complexity may deter beginners
Setting & Atmosphäre
Earth explores the evolution and symbiosis of flora and fauna on our planet, allowing players to create natural habitats and ecosystems with diverse resources and interactions.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding card synergies and gradually build your tableau step by step.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Earth includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
The average playtime is about 90 minutes.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic knowledge of hand management and engine-building helps, but the rules are simple.
How does this compare to similar games?
Earth stands out with its extensive tableau building and the use of Contracts as a mechanic.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and minimum age of 13, Earth is better suited for experienced players rather than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of tableau building, contracts, and hand management defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Earth is recommended for players who enjoy complex card games with strategic engine building and a 90-minute playtime. It is less suited for families with younger children.
