Ada's Dream

Alley Cat Games, A-Z kiadó, BoardM Factory · Board game · 2025
9.4 Ludopedia 8.0 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 90–120 min Weight 3.9/5
Buy · from US$ 79.13
9.4 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a Euro Game with a reimagined historical theme and clever mechanics, Ada's Dream is for you! It's a game that challenges you to plan and optimize your actions using dice creatively.

Highlights
  • Engaging engine building
  • Captivating historical theme
  • Strategic dice management
  • Robust solo mode
Keep in mind
  • Initial learning curve
  • Dice luck dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey everyone! Ready for a trip through time and science? In 'Ada's Dream', you'll embark on a super cool alternate history where you help none other than Ada Lovelace achieve her dream: building the first computer! Imagine a finely crafted Euro Game with an uncommon theme and mechanics that really get your brain working.

The game unfolds over 18 rounds, and each turn you'll need to be clever. You'll grab dice from the Workshop Rondel, give lectures at fancy institutions to gain prestige, travel around the UK to sort out issues, and, of course, complete tasks assigned by Ada herself. All of this is to accumulate Prestige Points, which are what matter to win.

The trick is that you'll be adding components to your blueprint – dice, gears, programs – to assemble the first Analytical Engine. It's a literal 'engine building' game where you construct your action engine, and the dice rondel adds that strategic spice. When someone finishes assembling their engine, the game ends, and the scoring begins. Whoever has the most prestige takes the glory! It's an experience that blends dice luck with sharp planning, perfect for those who enjoy an intelligent challenge and a dash of reimagined history. Oh, and there's a solo mode for those who like to face challenges alone!

Rules videos

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4 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 REC
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Admin: Better Description Needed! Components: Coloured Dice Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Historical Figures: Ada Lovelace Mechanism: Dice Drafting Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Theme: Computer / Information Technology Industry
Publisher Alley Cat Games, A-Z kiadó, BoardM Factory, Strohmann Games
Designer Toni López
Artist Javier González Cava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average playtime for 4 players?
The estimated playtime for a full game of Ada's Dream with 4 players is between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity with the rules.
Is the game very complex? What is its weight?
Ada's Dream is considered a medium-heavy game, with a rating of 3.91 out of 5 on BGG. It requires strategic planning and good resource management, but the mechanics are well-integrated.
Is there a mode for playing alone?
Yes! Ada's Dream was designed with a robust solo mode, allowing you to face the challenges of building the first computer on your own.
What are the main components of the game?
You'll find dice of various colors, pieces to build your 'engine', task cards, and a board with a rondel mechanism for choosing actions.
What type of player is Ada's Dream best suited for?
It's ideal for players who enjoy Euro Games with unique themes, hand management and rondel mechanics, and who appreciate a good strategic challenge with engine-building elements.
Do I need to know anything about Ada Lovelace to play?
No prior knowledge about Ada Lovelace is necessary. The game introduces her figure and dream in an accessible way, but knowing her story can enrich the experience.

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