# Progress: Evolution of Technology ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2014 - **BGG Rating**: 6.5 - **BGG Rank**: #3485 - **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 45-90 min - **Weight**: 2.43 / 5 - **Designers**: Agnieszka Kopera, Andrei Novac - **Artists**: David J. Coffey, David Szilagyi, Kristi Kirisberg - **Publishers**: NSKN Games, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Hobby World, Intrafin Games - **Categories**: Card Game, Civilization - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Hand Management, Open Drafting, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks ## Verdict If you love building tech trees in a fast‑paced civ game, this one hits the sweet spot.Quick turn flowEngaging hand managementClear tech tracksKey cards rareLimited thematic depthRECOMMENDED ## Description Progress: Evolution of Technology is a card game that puts you in charge of a civilization, starting in Antiquity and moving forward to the internet age or social welfare. The goal is to research technologies that push your people forward, using 210 cards split into three ages (Ancient, Middle Ages, Industrial) and three branches (Military, Science, Culture). Each card grants a bonus – from an extra knowledge point to a larger hand size – and when researched it reduces the cost of up to three more advanced technologies, creating a domino effect that speeds your race to the end of the game. The turn flow is lean: each round you receive a handful of Action Points and can take two actions, such as drafting a card from the open pool, playing a technology, or advancing your research track. Hand management and choosing which paths to follow are crucial, as the key technologies appear less often, forcing specialization and granting unique advantages. Since most cards have enough copies for each player, the competition is more about who optimises their research sequence. Games run 45‑90 minutes and support 1‑5 players, making it great for solo play or small groups. The light design and two‑action‑per‑turn mechanic keep the pace brisk, letting you use opponents' downtime to plan your next move. If you love civilization themes but prefer to focus on tech evolution without the heavyweight empire‑building, Progress offers a strategic, accessible experience with plenty of replay value thanks to the many technology combos and research paths. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? The game supports 1 to 5 players, making it great for solo or small groups. ### What is the typical playing time? Games run about 45‑90 minutes, depending on player count and decision speed. ### How complex is the game? It’s light‑to‑moderate (BGG weight 2.4), easy to learn with only a few rules to remember. ### What components are included? 210 technology cards, action point tokens, age tracks and a handful of bonus tokens. ### Is it suitable for players who dislike war themes? Yes, the military branch is optional; you can focus on scientific or cultural paths. ### Is there a digital version? Yes, you can play Progress on Tabletopia. ### Can I play solo? Absolutely; solo rules let you race against a goal track instead of opponents. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.19 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3438137&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 36.88 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5450542&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 43.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4798643&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 45.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4781552&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/13576/progress-evolution-of-technology?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com