Ark Nova revolves around building your very own modern, scientifically managed zoo. With each turn, you earn points as you build enclosures, accommodate animals, and support conservation projects all over the world!

In the game, each player acts as a zoo director. During your turn, you have to set up the place to have more appeal and a better scientific reputation. You have the option to choose from customizing animal habitats, featuring new creatures, or forming partnerships with conservation groups.

The game is played over a turn-based system in which players select one card out of the five available ones that have a listed action:

• 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.

With a total of 255 individual cards for animals, specialists, and even some special enclosures, the game is uniquely engaging (especially for animal lovers).

The Ark Nova board game can be played by one to four players in about 90 to 150 minutes. It’s for fans of medium-to-heavy strategy games with thoughtful decisions and long-term strategies. It is recommended for players ages 14 and older since it can have a steep learning curve, but as you keep playing, you start to uncover more layers of strategy. This keeps the game fresh even after multiple plays and gives it a high replayability factor.

If you’re looking for a challenging yet rewarding board game experience, explore Ark Nova and see why it’s a must-have for strategy game fans. With great gameplay and lasting replay value,  Ark Nova is well worth the price of your dream zoo!