Zoo

2021 · 1-4 Players · 90-150 min · Competitive / Engine-Building Strategy

Ark Nova earned its place near the top of the hobby by doing something rare: making a heavy strategy game that people actually want to play again immediately. The action card system creates a decision space that stays fresh across dozens of sessions, and the theme gives all that mechanical weight a purpose that resonates. Long play times and a steep first game are real costs of entry. For players willing to pay them, few games in recent memory deliver this much.

2022 · 3-6 Players · ~30-60 min · Competitive

Zoo Vadis reimagines the classic Quo Vadis negotiation formula with a charming zoo theme and smart refinements, creating a game where every deal matters and the table talk is the entire experience.

2020 · 1-5 Players · ~30-60 min · Competitive

New York Zoo is a warm, inviting puzzle game that makes polyomino tile placement feel truly delightful. The animal breeding mechanic adds a timing layer that elevates what could be a simple spatial puzzle into something with real tactical texture, and the race-to-fill-your-board win condition keeps every game tight and exciting. It won't satisfy players looking for heavy strategic depth, and the solo mode is functional rather than inspired, but as an accessible, beautiful game that welcomes newcomers while keeping experienced players engaged, it hits its mark.

2007 · 2-5 Players · ~45 min · Competitive

Zooloretto is a charming zoo-building game that won the Spiel des Jahres for good reason, offering accessible push-your-luck decisions that engage families and casual groups without overstaying its welcome.