In Algae, Inc., you take charge of a division within an innovative company that transforms algae into cutting-edge products like cosmetics, bioplastics, and biodiesel. Your goal is to build the most efficient production line possible, managing your team of operators, engineers, and scientists. Ambition extends beyond your own department: you need to expand the company across Europe and, naturally, ensure your achievements are noticed before your colleagues'. After all, a little extra credit never hurt anyone!

This is a medium-heavy strategy game blending resource management, tableau building, and multi-processing optimization. Each player starts with a unique player board and must shape their strategy according to the department they've chosen to manage. As the game progresses, the need to hire more staff, optimize your processing line, and keep an eye on opponents' moves becomes crucial. Decisions matter: freeing up space on your science board might mean unlocking new engineer tiles to boost your factory or science tiles to enhance your actions. It's one of those meticulous games where every choice reverberates into the next, revealing its depth with each play. Prepare for a challenge that demands constant planning and adaptation!