Board game, Phanerozoic

Phanerozoic


  A board game by Pepijn van Loon

 1-4 Players   30-60 minutes   Low 

  Hand Management, Card Drafting, Simulation, Hidden Victory Points

  Card Game, Animals, Prehistoric, Environmental

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Description

Get ready to take a journey through time with Phanerozoic, a game that lets you simulate the evolution of plants and animals over 500 million years. Designed by Pepijn van Loon and published in 2025, this game is perfect for 1 to 4 players who are looking for a fun and interactive experience that can be enjoyed in just 30 to 60 minutes. The rules are simple and easy to learn, making it accessible to players of all skill levels. In Phanerozoic, each player has a unique goal to score points, which means they'll be trying to influence the ecosystem in different ways to achieve their objectives. As you play, you'll draft cards, play mutations, evolve species, and use events to your advantage during the action phase. But be careful, because the ecosystem can be unpredictable. Each round ends with a nature phase, where plants grow and animals feed, and the balance of the ecosystem can shift in unexpected ways. Will you be the one to cause the extinction of the dinosaurs, or will you cheer on as inventive animals thrive? With its unique blend of hand management, hidden victory points, and simulation mechanics, Phanerozoic offers a thrilling experience that's full of surprises. Whether you're a fan of animals, the environment, or just love playing games set in prehistoric times, Phanerozoic is sure to delight.

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