Ecosystem

How about creating your own little corner of nature on the board? In Ecosystem, you build a 4x5 grid with cards representing various elements of wildlife and the environment. Each round, you choose a card from a set and add it to your personal ecosystem, considering the points each element can earn you. It's a closed drafting game, where you take one and pass the rest, so you have to be sharp about what other players are building too.

The trick is that everything connects! Bears score points near bees and trout, trout like streams and dragonflies, and so on. You need to think about the synergy between cards to maximize your points. And don't forget the streams: the player with the largest stream at the end gets a good extra score! It's a quick game, lasting about 20 minutes, perfect for playing with everyone, from 2 to 6 players. The complexity is low, around 1.6 on the weight scale, making it super accessible and great for beginners or those who want something light to relax with.

Ecosystem is one of those games that makes you think without giving you a headache. You build patterns, collect sets, and strategically place your pieces. It's a great choice for those who enjoy games with nature, animal, and science themes, and want a quick experience with interesting decisions. It's educational without feeling like homework, and the card art is quite nice, bringing your ecosystem to life. A great option to have in your collection!