# La Sociedad del Río

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Dmitry Okunsky, Félix Alberto Jiménez Cuadrado, Mario Arze
- **Publishers**: Desconectando
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Educational, Environmental
- **Mechanics**: End Game Bonuses, Semi-Cooperative Game, Track Movement

## Verdict
Want to boost nature and have fun doing it? La Sociedad del Río is for you!Engaging ecological themeSemi-cooperative gameplayActions with visible impactFun ecosystem learningMay require coordinationSecret goals create tensionPacing can varyRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey everyone! Ready to roll up your sleeves and help revitalize the Piles River in Gijón? In La Sociedad del Río, we team up to clean up the river, removing weirs, clearing the water, controlling invasive species, and planting trees along the banks. The cool part is that by doing this, we not only improve the river but also create a fantastic ecosystem where native species can make a comeback. It's a semi-cooperative game, so we work together, but everyone's still aiming for their own points. You can choose to either improve the river's parameters – like current, shade, and cleanliness – or place a species in the right area, whether it's in the river, on the bank, or in the forest, as long as the ecological conditions allow it. Each action earns you points and extra rewards on the tracks you advance throughout the game. Once the ecosystem reaches a good level and natural balance is restored (like when 2 out of 3 tracks surpass a certain threshold), we play the final round. Then, there are bonus points for those who fulfilled secret goals. It's a super fun way to learn about ecology while having a blast with your friends!

## FAQ
### What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to help renaturalize the Piles River by improving its parameters and restoring ecosystem balance, while accumulating individual points.

### How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 5 players.

### How long does a game session typically last?
A game session usually takes between 20 and 40 minutes.

### Is it a cooperative or competitive game?
It's semi-cooperative. You work together to restore the river, but compete for points to see who performs best.

### Is the game difficult to learn?
Complexity wasn't specified, but the theme and mechanics suggest it's accessible for players familiar with some board games.

### What is the main focus of the gameplay?
Actions focus on improving the river (current, shade, cleanliness) or introducing species, advancing on tracks, and fulfilling objectives.

### Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy games with an environmental theme, semi-cooperative mechanics, and a lighter, educational experience.