Origin

Matagot, Group SNE, Rexhry · Board game · 2013
7.8 Ludopedia 6.6 BGG 2–4 · best 4 45–60 min Weight 2.2/5
Buy · from US$ 25.99
7.8 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy strategy games with an immersive theme, Origin is for you. The game blends territorial expansion, technology collection, and specific objectives in a smart way.

Highlights
  • Deep strategy and replayability
  • Rich and immersive theme
  • Well-integrated mechanics
Keep in mind
  • Can be complex for beginners
  • Matches can take time
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Origin, you embark on an epic journey starting from the heart of Africa, guiding humanity's expansion across the planet. Tribes evolve and diversify, maintaining ties with their ancestors and all inhabitants of Earth. The game is a blend of strategy and tactics, where you manage your pieces, varying in color, height, and thickness, to dominate regions and collect technologies. Each turn offers crucial choices: placing new pieces, moving existing ones, or challenging opponents to take control of areas. Cards add layers of strategy, offering unique abilities and specific objectives. Victory depends on how you balance territorial expansion, technology collection, and objective fulfillment. Origin is a game that tests your planning and adaptability, ideal for those who enjoy strategic challenges with a rich and immersive theme.

Rules videos

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1 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena
Publisher Matagot, Group SNE, Rexhry
Designer Andrea Mainini
Artist Carole Carrion

Community

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2,125owners
324wishlist
49want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play Origin?
Origin is for 2 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
A game lasts between 45 to 60 minutes.
Is Origin hard to learn?
The game has a weight of 2.1639 on BGG, so it's moderate but can be complex for beginners.
What is the theme of Origin?
The theme is humanity's expansion from Africa, with prehistoric and exploration elements.
Does Origin have language dependency?
No, the game has little text and is easily memorizable.

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