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Il était une forêt

AURUM, Inc., Jeux Opla, Jolly Thinkers · Board game · 2013
3.5 Ludopedia
4.9 BoardGameGeek
2–4 · best 3
15 min
Weight 1.3/5
Year 2013
Minimum age 7+
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3.5 rating Ludopedia
4.9 rating BoardGameGeek
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Perfect for fans of quick games with nature themes and an educational twist. Miniature forests have never been this strategic!

Highlights
  • Fast and easy to learn
  • Unique environmental theme
  • Great for families
  • Charming visual components
Keep in mind
  • Might feel simple for veterans
  • Animal limits are strict
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In *Il était une forêt*, you become the architect of a primary forest, balancing fauna, flora, and human interference. The goal? Build the largest and least degraded forest by assembling trees in layers (roots, trunks, canopy) and strategically placing animals. Each species has a per-tree limit — go over, and the ecosystem collapses! The game is quick (15 minutes) but requires planning: you’ll need to think like a true guardian of nature. Inspired by the French documentary of the same name, it’s a light, educational experience perfect for families or eco-theme enthusiasts. Pro tip: never underestimate a well-balanced canopy!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Pattern Building Tile Placement

Categories

Card Game Environmental

Families

Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Theme: Nature Theme: Trees and Forests
Publisher AURUM, Inc., Jeux Opla, Jolly Thinkers, Zhiyanjia
Designer Florent Toscano
Artist David Boniffacy, David Bonnifacy

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

135owners
22wishlist
2want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players. Works great for couples or small groups.
What’s the recommended age?
8+, thanks to simple rules and an educational theme.
Does it need a board?
Nope! Everything happens with cards that form layered trees.
Is there a digital version?
Yes, it’s available on Board Game Arena for online play.
Good for beginners?
Absolutely! The rules fit on one page, and gameplay is intuitive.

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