In the Footsteps of Darwin

In the Footsteps of Darwin is a card-drafting and set collection game where players join Charles Darwin’s expedition, studying animals and contributing to his research.

Each turn, players choose cards from a shared row to build their own tableau of species, habitats, and discoveries. Positioning cards carefully and completing collections allows players to score points while building an efficient research journal.

The game is easy to learn but offers thoughtful decisions as players decide which cards to take and how to arrange them for maximum scoring.

What We Think at WiredVillage Boardgames

In the Footsteps of Darwin looks like a clean and approachable drafting game with a nice theme. Games like this tend to offer simple rules with some satisfying decisions around card selection and placement.

What People Are Saying

Accessible and family-friendly
Reviewers often mention how easy it is to teach and play.

Relaxing theme
Players highlight the nature and exploration theme as a pleasant backdrop to the gameplay.

Mechanisms

Card Drafting
Set Collection
Tableau Building

Why You Might Like In the Footsteps of Darwin

• Easy to learn and teach

• Thoughtful drafting decisions

• Relaxing nature theme

• Great for families and casual players