Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Enjoy a light and quick game about animals and enclosing critters with string? String Safari might be your cup of tea!
Highlights
- Engaging animal theme
- Simple and direct mechanics
- Quick playtime
- Family-friendly
Keep in mind
- Relies a bit on luck
- Low complexity
- Limited interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In String Safari, you step into the shoes of a dedicated zoologist, exploring the vast African plains to uncover the mysteries of wildlife. Elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes are just some of the animals you'll encounter and aim to study. The goal is to gather as much information as possible about these creatures by completing research objectives before your fellow zoologists do. To achieve this, you need to 'capture' animals within your study area, defined by a string (hence the game's name!). Each animal possesses unique attributes, and the savanna's terrain can either aid or hinder your plans. With each game, the board is assembled differently using modular tiles, ensuring the savanna is never the same. Strategic tile placement is key to expanding your reach and enclosing the right animals. Whoever completes the most research on the correct animals claims scientific glory! The game also includes special rules so that even younger players can enjoy exploring the savanna.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
3
BEST
4
BEST
5
BEST
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
OKAZU Brand, FoxGames, IDW Games, Japon Brand, Pandasaurus Games
Designer
Hisashi Hayashi
Artist
Fico Ossio, Katarzyna Fic, Ryo Nyamo
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
492owners
62wishlist
8want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in String Safari?
The game is designed for 3 to 5 players, making it ideal for medium-sized groups.
How long does a game of String Safari typically last?
Games are quite fast-paced, usually lasting around 30 minutes.
Is String Safari a difficult game to learn?
No, the rules are quite simple and the game is easy to pick up, with a BGG weight of 1.44/5.
Is the game good for children?
Yes! It includes special rules for children and serves as a great introduction to board games with an animal theme.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the zoologist who collects the most information about the animals by completing research objectives, enclosing them with your 'study string'.
Does the game experience change with each playthrough?
Yes, the board is modular, made of tiles that change positions, making each savanna unique.
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