Cover art for Ark Nova

Ark Nova

2021 · BGG
Avg rating
8.53
Bayes rating
8.34
Weight
3.78 (Heavy)
Players
1-4
Playtime
2 hr 30 min
Ratings count
49,425

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Description

In Ark Nova, you will plan and design a modern, scientifically managed zoo. With the ultimate goal of owning the most successful zoological establishment, you will build enclosures, accommodate animals, and support conservation projects all over the world. Specialists and unique buildings will help you in achieving this goal.

Each player has a set of five action cards to manage their gameplay, and the power of an action is determined by the slot the card currently occupies. The cards in question are:


 CARDS: Allows you to gain new zoo cards (animals, sponsors, and conservation project cards).
 BUILD: Allows you to build standard or special enclosures, kiosks, and pavilions.
 ANIMALS: Allows you to accommodate animals in your zoo.
 ASSOCIATION: Allows your association workers to carry out different tasks.
 SPONSORS: Allows you to play a sponsor card in your zoo or to raise money.


255 cards featuring animals, specialists, special enclosures, and conservation projects, each with a special ability, are at the heart of Ark Nova. Use them to increase the appeal and scientific reputation of your zoo and collect conservation points.

—description from the publisher



Mechanics

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

Themes

Animals Economic Environmental

Publishers

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

Designers

Mathias Wigge