Borealis: Arctic Expeditions — Prices
Lucky Duck Games, Gémklub, Kobold Spieleverlag · Board game · 2026
2–4 · best 2
45 min
Weight 2.3/5
Buy · from US$ 23.99
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Ludopedia
7.3
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Fans of light but strategic games will love Borealis. It's like a dynamic puzzle where you slide scientists around the Arctic taking photos of cute animals!
Highlights
- Fun and unpredictable sliding mechanic
- Charming theme with lovely art
- Good balance of luck and strategy
- Multiple scoring paths
Keep in mind
- Can feel too random for some
- Not very deep strategically
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Borealis: Arctic Expeditions, you lead a team of scientists on an Arctic adventure to photograph the region's cutest animals. The game blends abstract strategy with a charming theme, where each played card might send your researchers sliding across the board - but only if the colors match! The 'slide' mechanic creates funny and unexpected situations as you try to align vehicles, complete objectives, and form specific animal patterns for end-game bonus points. There's even a race to see who gets the best shots first! The game is quick (45 minutes max) but packed with interesting decisions, especially in hand management. Who will capture the perfect northern lights shot with a bonus polar bear?
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Best player count
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2
BEST
3
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Lucky Duck Games, Gémklub, Kobold Spieleverlag
Designer
Dariusz Mindur
Artist
Ariadna Żytniewska, Inês Toczyska, Kevin Sidharta, Rodrigo Camilo Alves De Almeida
Community
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744owners
438wishlist
63want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players is it best with?
Works well with 2-4. With 2 it's more strategic, with 4 more chaotic and fun.
Is it good for casual gamers?
Yes! Rules are simple and the theme helps a lot. Great for family or non-hardcore gamers.
How long does a game take?
About 30-45 minutes depending on player count and group experience.
Is there a lot of luck involved?
Some luck in card draws, but good decisions make a big difference.
Does it need a lot of table space?
Each player has a small board, so it takes reasonable but not excessive space.
Worth it for heavy gamers?
If you want deep complexity, maybe not. But it's a great 'palate cleanser' between heavier games.
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