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Keystone: North America

Rose Gauntlet Entertainment, Arrakis Games, Gémklub · Board game · 2022
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7.2 BoardGameGeek
1–4 · best 1
Solo
30–60 min
Weight 2.3/5
Year 2022
Minimum age 10+
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7.2 rating BoardGameGeek
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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Nature and strategy lovers will fall for Keystone: North America. A game that blends ecology with smart mechanics.

Highlights
  • Engaging and educational mechanics
  • Detailed narrative campaign
  • High replayability with varied modes
Keep in mind
  • May be complex for beginners
  • Timing can vary widely
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Keystone: North America, you and your friends become biologists dedicated to building interconnected ecosystems through the strategic placement of cards. Use your skills to introduce keystone animals, conduct research, and maximize your points. The game offers multiple ways to play: challenge your friends in multiplayer mode and see who can create the healthiest ecosystem, or dive into a narrative adventure with the Field Journal, an illustrated book featuring a solo or cooperative campaign. In it, you’ll solve puzzles, learn about amazing animals, and explore the diverse ecosystems of North America. With mechanics like action drafting, pattern building, and tile placement, Keystone: North America is an engaging experience for nature and strategy lovers.

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

11 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 BEST
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Action Drafting End Game Bonuses Increase Value of Unchosen Resources Open Drafting Pattern Building Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Square Grid Tags Tile Placement Variable Set-up Victory Points as a Resource

Categories

Animals Card Game Environmental Puzzle

Families

Admin: Better Description Needed! Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Theme: Ecology Theme: Nature
Publisher Rose Gauntlet Entertainment, Arrakis Games, Gémklub, MINDOK
Designer Isaac Vega, Jeffrey Joyce
Artist Alyssa Menold, Irem Erbilir, Patricia Casarrubios, Yan Tamba

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

2,530owners
437wishlist
53want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players.
What is the average playtime?
Between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the game mode.
Is the game suitable for beginners?
Yes, but it may require some initial learning due to the strategic mechanics.
What are the game components?
Cards, markers, Field Journal book, and detailed instructions.
Is there language dependency?
Yes, the game has English text that is important for gameplay.

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