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Ark Nova
$74.95
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About Ark Nova
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.
At the heart of Ark Nova are 255 cards featuring animals, specialists, unique enclosures, and conservation projects, each with a particular ability. Use them to increase the appeal and scientific reputation of your zoo and to collect conservation points. Each player has a set of action cards, which you will use and upgrade to carry out your plans.
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 are:
- BUILD: Allows you to build standard or special enclosures, kiosks, and pavilions.
- ANIMALS: Allows you to accommodate animals in your zoo.
- CARDS: Allows you to gain new zoo cards (animals, sponsors, and conservation project cards).
- 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.
With a lot of love for the theme, game designer Mathias Wigge has created an interestingly interwoven game. With high replayability and rich components, Ark Nova provides a remarkable gaming experience that will bring the game to the table again and again.
Patrick Wells
March 9th, 2022This post's average rating is: 5
I was able to get a game of this played at Dice Tower West. Tom Vassel taught the 3 of us the rules and we were off to a fantastic time. I was wary of the hype, but it is well worth it. Excellent game and a beautiful presentation. Can’t wait to get my copy.
Joshua Sieczkowski
May 11th, 2022This post's average rating is: 5
Got a copy from my favorite game store last week and have had it on the table 5 times already. Everyone whose played really enjoys both the challenge of three tracks for advancement; as well as, the mechanic to execute a turn. So many ways to score points (openly and secretly) and so many ways to win. Great job.
John Eichenlaub
August 14th, 2022This post's average rating is: 5
I played this at GenCon. My group agreed this game vaulted into the top echelons, as it is deep, flavorful, and crunchy. The additional maps make for a varied experience and filling in your map with some of the special project tiles takes extra effort. We love this game.
Dustin D
November 18th, 2022This post's average rating is: 5
For being #4 on BGG I am very surprised there are not that many reviews. I purchased this game about two months ago and have been playing it almost once a week lol. We absolutely love this game!!