Inhabit the Earth

R&D Games, Game Salute, HUCH! · Board game · 2015
2–4 · best 3 60–90 min Weight 3.2/5
7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
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7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Enjoy creating and evolving critters on a board? "Inhabit the Earth" takes you on a strategic evolutionary race!

Highlights
  • Creative card management
  • Dynamic modular board
  • Unique species evolution
  • Area movement and control
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Initial learning curve
  • Theme might not appeal
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About the game
Get ready for an evolutionary journey in "Inhabit the Earth"! This creature race game lets you build your own private menagerie, managing a roster of up to six unique species. Each creature is represented by a deck of cards, which you'll use to introduce them to the world, make them multiply, evolve, and adapt to different continents and terrains. There are 162 unique cards, each detailing the creature's class, its habitat, and special abilities that can secure precious points at the end.

The modular board, made up of six continents, is where the action unfolds. You'll move counters representing your creatures along trails, migrating between boards to expand your territory and secure more breeding opportunities. Breeding, by the way, is key to generating new cards and keeping your menagerie growing! By moving your creatures, you not only facilitate new offspring but can also collect tokens that add icons and points to your score. In the end, victory goes to the player who accumulates the most points, derived from the cards, the strategic positions of your beasts on the map, and the collected tokens. Oh, and for those who want a lighter start, there's an introductory mode for up to three players. It's a race for animal supremacy!
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Components: Multi-Use Cards Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Theme: Evolution
Publisher R&D Games, Game Salute, HUCH!
Designer Richard Breese
Artist Juliet Breese
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can participate in a game of "Inhabit the Earth"?
The game is for 2 to 4 players, but there is an introductory mode for up to 3 players.
What is the average playtime for a game?
A game of "Inhabit the Earth" typically lasts between 60 and 90 minutes.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
The estimated weight is 3.175/5, indicating intermediate complexity. The basic rules are accessible, but mastering the strategies takes time.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has a high language dependency, with much important information on the cards requiring translation.
Does the board change each game?
Yes, "Inhabit the Earth" uses a modular board, meaning the setup changes with each play, increasing replayability.
Is it a game focused more on strategy or luck?
It's a game with a strong strategic component, where hand management and creature placement are crucial, although card drafting introduces an element of luck.