BGG rank #3 · 2021

Ark Nova

Ark Nova (2021) is #3 in the BoardGameGeek Top 1000: 1–4 players, 90–150 min, ages 14+. Designed by Mathias Wigge.

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Year: 2021
Players: 1–4
Play time: 90–150 min
Age: 14+

About the game

In Ark Nova, you will plan and design a modern, scientifically managed zoo.

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Mechanics

Action Queue End Game Bonuses Grid Coverage Hand Management Hexagon Grid Income Increase Value of Unchosen Resources Open Drafting Set Collection Solo / Solitaire Game Tags Tile Placement Variable Player Powers Variable Set-up

Designers

Mathias Wigge

Artists

Steffen Bieker, Loïc Billiau, Dennis Lohausen, Christof Tisch

Publishers

Feuerland Spiele, Capstone Games, CMON Global Limited, Cranio Creations, Game Harbor, Gém Klub Kft., Grok Games, IGAMES, Korea Boardgames, Lautapelit.fi, Grok Games, Maldito Games, MINDOK, MIPL, Portal Games, Regatul Jocurilor, Super Meeple, テンデイズゲームズ (TendaysGames), Tower Tactic Games, White Goblin Games

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