Evolution Board Game

About

"Evolution Board Game" is a digital adaptation of the award-winning game, where players adapt their species to survive in a changing ecosystem. Evolve long necks to reach food, develop hard shells to fend off attacks, and climb up the food chain. The free version includes the tutorial, easy AI opponents, five campaign levels, and one daily multiplayer game, with the option to unlock unlimited functionality for a one-time cost.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 306 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

stability19 negative mentions

Mind-blowing amount of playstyles and possibilities, making it highly replayable and enjoyable.
Solid single player content with an interesting campaign that effectively teaches the game mechanics.
Beautiful artwork and engaging gameplay that appeals to both casual players and strategy enthusiasts.

Frequent bugs and crashes, particularly in multiplayer mode, making it frustrating to play.
User interface and experience issues, including clunky menus and confusing tutorials that detract from the overall experience.
Limited online player base, leading to difficulties in finding matches and a lack of community engagement.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its beautiful visuals and engaging mechanics that closely mirror the board game experience, offering depth and tactical challenges. Players appreciate the interactive nature of the gameplay, which varies with each session, and the smooth adaptation from physical to digital format, although some express a desire for additional content and improvements. Overall, it is considered a solid and addictive experience, particularly for fans of the original board game.
- “Highly addictive, solid gameplay.”
- “Great purchase, not only is the gameplay fun and constantly changing, it allows for multiplayer and you don’t have to set up or clean up board game pieces!”
- “The gameplay itself is everything that a fan of the board game would like (without the expansions).”
- “Avoid this game unless they update it to have the new cards unlockable via the campaign or similar mechanics.”
- “It's not as good as the digital Wingspan, for instance, but that one is pretty close to perfection though.”
- “To win, you must know the cards, the mechanics, how to play the game state, and be decent at predicting your competitors’ intentions.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
36%
12%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant colors and beautiful artwork, effectively enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the creative design and attention to detail, noting that the visuals complement the game's mechanics well. While the graphics are not overly demanding, they are visually appealing and contribute significantly to the enjoyment of both casual and strategic players.
- “The attention to detail with the graphics and animation really bring the gameplay to life.”
- “The artwork is rich and beautiful with a great theme intertwined into every component of the game.”
- “The graphics look gorgeous just like the cards on the actual game itself and it's pretty simple to learn but definitely a lot of fun!”
- “Seemingly putting graphics over aesthetics.”
- “I really can't tell much difference between the graphics settings.”
- “But I do love the art style of this game; the loading screen info on neat facts, I just wish it was explained better for people online who may be confused.”
stability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with frequent freezes, crashes, and laggy menus reported by users. Many players experience game-breaking bugs that disrupt gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes, leading to frustration and the need for restarts. While the core gameplay is enjoyable, the persistent technical problems severely hinder the overall experience.
- “The game crashes/freezes just minutes into the game... can't recommend it in the current state.”
- “Freezes, buggy, over half the games have game-breaking freezes or crashes.”
- “The game constantly freezes, it's glitchy, and it takes forever to find someone to play with.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The game boasts exceptional replayability, with players noting its easy-to-learn yet challenging-to-master mechanics, diverse gameplay due to variable cards and changing climates, and engaging features like a campaign, AI options, and weekly challenges. The beautiful design and evolving strategies further enhance its replay value, making it enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned players alike. Overall, users express a strong desire for additional content to elevate the game's already high replayability.
- “The art is also amazing, and the inclusion of a nice campaign, different AI, and weekly challenges makes the game infinitely replayable!”
- “High replayability as every game is different due to the given cards and changing climate.”
- “The constant evolution of strategies and plays with the traits that can be played makes the game very replayable.”
- “The game is easy to learn but hard to master, yet it still lacks significant replayability.”
- “Highly replayable for the price, but the single-player mode quickly becomes repetitive.”
- “Without additional content like climate, flight, and promo cards, the game's replayability feels limited.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players expressing strong dislike for the introduction of microtransactions. While some reviews note that these transactions are optional and do not impact competitiveness or enjoyment, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration, particularly from long-time fans.
- “I see some negative reviews complaining about microtransactions, but these are entirely optional and not necessary to be competitive or for the game to be fun.”
- “Really enjoyed it, but now they've introduced microtransactions.”
- “0/10, I hate microtransactions and I can't support this game for having them.”
- “Hate microtransactions, although it's one of my favorites, so it's a no-go for me anymore.”
- “Aaaand they introduced microtransactions.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and natural ambiance, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the satisfying sound effects and the option to turn off the music without affecting other audio elements, although many enjoy the music itself.
- “The ambiance is great, relaxing, and natural with nice music.”
- “I love the art, and the music even adds to the overall wonderful experience.”
- “Satisfying sound effects; glad I can turn the music off without turning them off (though the music is good too).”
- “Satisfying sound effects; glad I can turn the music off without turning them off (though the music is good too).”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its pleasant and relaxing qualities, effectively capturing the style of the original board game. Players appreciate the shorter match durations and less frantic gameplay, which contribute to a more enjoyable experience compared to similar titles. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhancing its appeal.
- “Very pleasant atmosphere and UI.”
- “Really good port of the board game in terms of style and atmosphere.”
- “It worked out though, and I think overall it is very well done and fits the atmosphere of the board game well.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware, such as laptops without dedicated graphics. Players report that it runs efficiently without requiring excessive resource management.
- “Everything runs smoothly, and you do not have to keep track of anything unnecessarily.”
- “I have primarily played the game at work using a newer laptop without dedicated graphics, so I am fairly certain the requirements aren't very high to get decent performance.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate even on mid-range hardware, which is frustrating.”
- “Despite having a powerful gaming rig, I still experience significant lag and stuttering during gameplay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is generally well-received, with players finding it enjoyable and fun; however, some users suggest that additional elements, such as the ability to eat from watering holes and hunt prey, could enhance the narrative experience.