JOURNAL ARTICLE

WISH LIST: BOARD GAMES.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2025, n. 208. P. 22 1 of 2

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article provides an overview of various board games that incorporate scientific and historical themes. "Genotype" allows players to simulate genetic experiments in a setting inspired by Gregor Mendel, focusing on plant breeding and genetic traits. "The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine" involves teamwork among astronauts to complete missions while searching for a new planet. "Battalion: War of the Ancients" lets players command historical factions in tactical battles. "Newton" challenges players to achieve academic success during the Scientific Revolution by conducting experiments and earning knowledge points. Lastly, "EXIT: The Game – The Polar Station" presents a puzzle-solving escape scenario in a North Pole research station, while the "Nature Module 2: Jurassic" expansion introduces prehistoric elements to the original Nature game. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2025/11, Issue 208, p22
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:188643219
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