Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love world-building and space exploration, Cosmogenesis is an epic journey that will keep you hooked.
Highlights
- Amazing cosmic immersion
- Intuitive mechanics
- High replayability
Keep in mind
- Can feel slow for some
- Objectives may seem random
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Cosmogenesis, you’re the architect of your own planetary system. Starting with a star and an asteroid belt, your goal is to create planets, moons, and even life! The central board has four sections offering different essential elements for your cosmic journey. Each round, you collect one element from each section over four turns. With these resources, you form planets and moons, which can collide to grow in size, develop rings, form atmospheres, and perhaps even give rise to life. All while trying to fulfill your personal objectives, which are also obtained from the central board. In the end, it’s these objectives that determine the winner, so choose your strategies wisely!
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
REC
3
BEST
4
BEST
Soundtrack
Ambience suggested by Melodice
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Ludonova
Designer
Yves Tourigny
Artist
David Prieto, Tim Barton
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Cosmogenesis?
Cosmogenesis is for 2 to 4 players.
What’s the average playtime?
A game lasts around 60 minutes on average.
Is the game complex?
With a weight of 2.6/5 on BGG, Cosmogenesis has moderate complexity.
Do I need prior knowledge of astronomy?
No, the game is accessible even if you’re not familiar with astronomy.
What are the main components?
The game includes a central board, elements to create planets and moons, and objective markers.
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