Draftosaurus

Ankama, Board Game Box, Brain Games · Board game · 2019
2–5 · best 4 15 min Weight 1.2/5
7.9 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
How to Play Buy · from US$ 18.98
7.9 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy quick games with simple rules and a light dose of strategy, Draftosaurus is the perfect choice for your table. It's guaranteed fun for the whole family!

Highlights
  • Super cute dinomeeples
  • Easy to learn rules
  • Fast and dynamic games
  • Light strategic decisions
  • Great for beginners
Keep in mind
  • Can have dice luck
  • Low direct interaction
  • Average replayability
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey board game enthusiasts! Ready to build the coolest dinosaur park ever? In Draftosaurus, the mission is simple but full of decisions: attract as many visitors as possible to your prehistoric sanctuary. How? By drafting super cute dinomeeples and strategically placing them in enclosures that have their own unique rules. Forget cards in hand; here, you'll have a handful of dinosaurs in your palm, ready to be allocated!

Each round is a spectacle. One player rolls a special die, and the result of that die will dictate a placement restriction for all other players. Like, 'you can only place dinosaurs in forest enclosures' or 'only in empty enclosures'. This adds a layer of strategy and a bit of controlled chaos, because what you want to do isn't always what the die allows. It's a quick, light game, perfect for those who enjoy a good draft without the complexity of a heavy euro game. The rules are super accessible, and fun is guaranteed, whether you're a veteran or a newcomer to the world of board games. Get ready to laugh, plan, and maybe even lament a little when the die doesn't cooperate!

Expansions

Published additional content

5 items

Rules videos

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7 videos

Rules manual

Official PDF file

Rules manual — Draftosaurus English · PDF
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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Animals: Dinosaurs Components: Dice with Icons Components: Meeples (Dinosaur) / Dinomeeples Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Organizations: Forgenext Theme: Zoos, Aquaria, Safari Parks
Publisher Ankama, Board Game Box, Brain Games, Brain Picnic, Broadway Toys LTD, Diversion (دایورژن)
Designer Antoine Bauza, Corentin Lebrat, Ludovic Maublanc, Théo Rivière
Artist Jiahui Eva Gao, Roman Kucharski, TANSAN Inc., Vipin Alex Jacob

Community

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327want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can play Draftosaurus?
Draftosaurus is ideal for 2 to 5 players, making it quite versatile for different groups of friends or family.
What is the average game duration?
Games are super quick! They usually last between 15 and 20 minutes, perfect for fitting between other activities or playing multiple times in a row.
Is it a complex game? Is it good for beginners?
Not at all! Draftosaurus has a very low complexity weight (1.24/5 on BGG), which makes it excellent for beginners and for introducing new players to the hobby.
What are the main components of the game?
You'll find colorful dinomeeples (dinosaur-shaped meeples), individual player boards (the parks), a special die with icons, and a bag for the dinosaurs.
Is there any language dependency to play?
No, Draftosaurus has zero language dependency. The components are icon and symbol-based, so anyone can play without problems, regardless of language.
What is the main mechanic of the game?
The core mechanic is 'closed drafting' of dinomeeples, combined with dice rolling that imposes placement restrictions. It's a light and fun puzzle every turn!
Who is Draftosaurus most recommended for?
It's highly recommended for families, casual players, and anyone looking for a fun 'filler' (quick game) with good replayability. If you like dinosaurs and light strategy games, you'll love it!

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