Evolution

Random Mutations

A game by Dmitry Knorre, Sergey Machin

2 - 4 Players 55 minutes Low

Dice Rolling, Hand Management

Animals, Card Game, Dice

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Evolution: Random Mutations is a thrilling board game that drops you into a world where survival is key. Designed by Dmitry Knorre and Sergey Machin, this 2013 game is easy to learn, making it accessible to players of all skill levels. In this game, 2 to 4 players take on the role of species creators, trying to breed the most successful animals in a constantly changing environment. Each player starts with a deck of cards, which they use to create and evolve their species over the course of 55 minutes of playtime. As you play, you'll use a combination of dice rolling and hand management to navigate the challenges of the game. You'll need to manage your resources carefully, using colored cubes to represent food, refugees, and parasites, and making strategic decisions about which animals to feed and which to sacrifice. The game is full of unexpected twists and turns, as random mutations and changing environmental conditions keep you on your toes. With its unique blend of strategy and luck, Evolution: Random Mutations is a game that will keep you coming back for more. Will you be able to adapt and thrive in this dangerous world, or will your species become extinct? There's only one way to find out.