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On the Origin of Species - An Evolutionary Research Board Game - Charles Darwin's Trip Through the Galapagos as a Strategic Science Board Game

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Category: Board Game

Type of Game: Resource Allocation, Set Collection

Ages: 10+   Players: 2 - 4  Time: 40 - 60 mins

Description: On the Origin of Species is a 2-4 player strategy board game in which each player will step into the adventure of young Charles Darwin on the HMS Beagle’s expedition through the Galapagos Islands, examining the local species and uncovering their natural history.  Trace connections between the flora and fauna you discover as the Beagle journeys through the islands. Find help from the ship’s crew and uses for the tools in your luggage.  Excel in your research and lead the way among your naturalist colleagues. 

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Henry ★★★★★

The set collection mechanic actually makes you think about which species to invest in rather than just grabbing whatever's available, and the 40-60 minute playtime means it hits the table way more often than our heavier games. Taught it to my 11-year-old without much trouble too.

Elizabeth N. ★★★★★

Played this with three friends and it took us about 50 minutes, which felt just right for the depth of strategy involved. The resource allocation choices actually matter, and figuring out how to evolve your species before the others kept everyone leaning over the board.

George O. ★★★★★

We’ve played this three times already this week, always with a full table of four, and the 40–60 minute playtime is spot on for a weeknight. The way you balance resource allocation against building your set of species really makes you feel like you’re piecing together Darwin’s journey, and the scien

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