A tile placement game about Darwin's Galapagos voyage, researching and discovering species before the Beagle sails.
Who it's for
History and nature fans who enjoy a calm, tightly structured tile placement game with real scientific flavor.
Not for you if…
Skip it if you want a lot of direct player interaction or a longer, more elaborate game.
Vibe's take
Measured and thoughtful: the research-then-discover rhythm rewards planning ahead as the Beagle's track quietly counts down your time.
On the Origin of Species walks you through Darwin's Galapagos voyage, researching habitats and discovering new species across land, air, and water to build the strongest scientific legacy before the Beagle sails on.
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Players
Duration
45–80 min
Ages 10+
Complexity
2.3 / 5 — LightBGG Rating
5.9/10
Rank #4,162
1.0k ratings
Published
2019