Ecogon (2015)

About this game

The word "Ecogon" is made up of two parts: ecology and hexagon. This also sums up the game itself: by playing hexagonal tiles players form ecosystems. As the designer of the ecosystem in Ecogon, it is your job to create the broadest and most stable network of plants, animals and habitats. The aim of the game is to score points by building ecosystems in which the animals can live. This is done by connecting animal tiles side by side with habitat, plant and other animal tiles which they need for survival. Throughout the game your ecosystems face challenges brought about by event cards. Play together or against each other to let nature take shape in front of you. —description from the publisher

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 1 to 6. It has a designed solo mode.
• Rules load. At 2.1/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.