Caldera Park

Welcome to the wilderness of North America, where breathtaking mountain views and spectacular geysers await! Your task in Caldera Park is to create the best habitats for native animals, grouping them into the largest possible families. But large families are only half the battle; to score big points, they also need access to watering holes and must avoid bad weather! Each turn involves a simple two-step process: First, one player selects a feature (like an animal species or a watering hole) and a terrain requirement from a limited selection. Then, every player must place one of their tokens showing that feature onto one of their park spaces, obeying that terrain requirement. What seems easy at first becomes increasingly challenging and exciting as available spaces dwindle. It's not just your fellow players' choices that can disrupt your plans; unpredictable weather tokens also demand your consideration. After five rounds, the game ends, and you score your most valuable family of each species and any completely populated terrains. Caldera Park is an interactive puzzle game that strikes a perfect balance between strategic planning and luck. Its accessible ruleset makes it a great next step for anyone who enjoyed Savannah Park, offering a delightful blend of thoughtful decisions and delightful surprises.