Evolution: The Origin of Species
- Designer Dmitry Knorre , Sergey Machin
- Publisher Rightgames RBG SIA , G3 , More Fun Co., Ltd. , RBG , Stolitsa Design Group
- Illustration Dmitry Knorre
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Players create and evolve animals by playing cards with traits to help them survive. Each round involves rolling dice to determine food availability, then feeding or attacking with animals. Traits like Carnivorous or Camouflage influence survival. Unfed animals go extinct, and the game ends after the deck is depleted. The player with the most points from live animals and traits wins.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a medium-weight strategy card game for 2 to 4 players aged 12 and up, with a playtime around 60 minutes. It suits players interested in biology-themed games and those comfortable with tactical hand management and interactive gameplay. Prior experience with strategic card games is helpful.
How It Works
Each round has four phases: development (playing cards as animals or traits), food bank determination (dice roll), feeding (distributing food or attacking), and extinction/draw (removing unfed animals and drawing new cards). Traits provide special abilities affecting feeding and survival. The goal is to optimize your animals’ traits and feeding to score the most points.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Dmitry Knorre and Sergey Machin, Evolution: The Origin of Species combines biological evolution themes with interactive mechanics like Dice Rolling and Take That. Part of the Evolution series by Rightgames, it stands out for its thematic integration and competitive card play, despite not having won awards.
Pro
- Unique blend of evolution theme with card game mechanics
- Interactive gameplay with Dice Rolling and Take That
- Varied strategies through diverse animal traits
- Moderate playtime of about 60 minutes
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Rules can be complex for younger or new players
- Limited to 2-4 players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set within the themes of evolution, nature, and biology. Players develop animals that must survive in a changing environment, reflecting real-world evolutionary concepts.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding how animal traits interact before attempting more complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Evolution: The Origin of Species is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, placing it in the medium-weight category.
What prior experience do I need?
Players aged 12 and up who are familiar with hand management and tactical card games will find it accessible.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of card evolution with Dice Rolling and Take That mechanics distinguishes it from pure engine builders or deckbuilders.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and the age recommendation of 12+, it suits families with older or experienced players better.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Hand Management, Dice Rolling, and Take That creates a dynamic and interactive experience.
Fazit
Evolution is recommended for players interested in biology and strategic card games. Its 60-minute length fits well into a game night. It is less suitable for families with younger children due to its complexity.
