The Arctic (2020)

About this game

A battle game for two players. A territorial battle between penguins and polar bears. In this game, the ability of each piece changes every time. Eight penguins have three abilities. Four polar bears have six abilities. A slightly irregular abstract game incorporating backdraft. The cute penguin and polar bear pieces are also important points.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.0/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 15 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.