--- product_id: 352494541 title: "North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+" brand: "north star games" price: "£121.90" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "North Star Games" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/352494541-north-star-games-evolution-board-game-for-6-players-ages store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 60 min dynamic gameplay Supports up to 6 players 12,000+ unique species combos North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ **Brand:** north star games **Price:** £121.90 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦖 Evolve your game night—where strategy meets survival! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ by north star games - **How much does it cost?** £121.90 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/352494541-north-star-games-evolution-board-game-for-6-players-ages) ## Best For - north star games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted north star games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Social Ecosystem:** Engage up to 6 players in a shared, interconnected world where every move impacts the entire food chain. - • **Adapt or Dominate:** Craft your species with 129 trait cards to survive and thrive in a fiercely competitive ecosystem. - • **Endless Evolution:** Over 12,000 species possibilities ensure no two game nights are ever the same—stay ahead or get left behind. - • **Strategic Survival:** Balance defense and offense by evolving carnivores or protective traits like Hard Shell and Horns. - • **Award-Winning Science:** Backed by Oxford research and featured in Nature, this game blends fun with real evolutionary biology. ## Overview North Star Games Evolution is a 60-minute, strategy board game for 2-6 players aged 12+, featuring 129 trait cards and over 12,000 species combinations. Players adapt their species in a dynamic ecosystem with limited resources and predators, fostering strategic gameplay inspired by real evolutionary biology. No assembly or batteries required, this award-winning game combines educational depth with social fun, perfect for game nights that crave endless replayability. ## Description Evolution is an award-winning board game where 2 – 6 players adapt species in an ever-changing ecosystem with hungry predators and limited resources. Traits like Hard Shell and Horns will protect your species from Carnivores, while a Long Neck will help them get food that others cannot reach.With over 12,000 different species to create, every game becomes a different adventure. So gather your friends and see who can best adapt their species to eat, multiply and thrive!Evolution has been used in the evolutionary biology department at the University of Oxford and featured in the world's leading scientific journal, Nature. "The theme of evolution is not just tacked on: it drives play." - NatureIncludes: 129 Trait Cards (17 Carnivore Trait Cards, 7 of Each Other Trait Card), 20 Species Boards, 40 Wooden Markers, 144 Food Tokens, 12 Ten Value Food Tokens, 1 Watering Hole Board, 6 Food Screens, 1 Dino Starter Token , 2 Player Aids, 1 RulebookAges: 12+ | Players: 2-6 | Play Time: 60 minutes Review: Excelente Juego - Es un excelente juego para pasar el rato, cada juego es único e inesperado totalmente recomendable. de preferencia jugar con 4 personas de 5 puede ser un caótica al principio pero ya cuando todos saben jugar es algo excelente. Review: Brilliant fun. - Great board game. Loads of fun to play with friends & family. Has surprising depth to such a simple concept & the art work is beautiful. ## Features - Shared Ecosystem: Evolution takes place in a dynamic connected world, where food is scarce, and predators roam. - Create your Species: Play cards to create species and adapt to a changing constantly changing ecosystem. - Strategic Gameplay: Become a carnivore or defend your species to avoid being prey. Just like in nature, everything is connected with every new species affecting those around them. - Endless Replayability: Create over 12,000 different species! Every game offers a new world to explore. - Great for Game Night: Featuring eye-catching art and playtime of around 60 minutes, Evolution is ideal for your next game night. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0725LRH1W | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #400,671 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #15,264 in Board Games | | Brand | North Star Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable | | Colour | Multicolor | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Package Type | Reinforced Box | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 652 Reviews | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Educational Objective | Teach and reinforce concepts related to evolution and biology | | Estimated Playing Time | 60 Minutes | | Game Mechanics | adaptation, strategic | | Genre | Strategy | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00892884000852 | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 30 x 30 x 0.1 Centimeters | | Item Dimensions L x W | 29.8L x 22.2W Centimeters | | Item Weight | 2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | North Star Games | | Manufacturer Part Number | NSG501 | | Material | Wood | | Maximum Recommended age | 1200.0 | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 144 | | Model Number | NSG501 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 6 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Product Dimensions | 29.8L x 22.2W Centimeters | | Set Name | Evolution | | Size | One Size | | Sub Brand | Friends | | Theme | Games | | UPC | 892884000852 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** North Star Games - **Material:** Wood - **Theme:** Games - **Genre:** Strategy - **Number of Players:** 6 ## Images ![North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71kf03FXc7L.jpg) ![North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sLDTH6XfL.jpg) ![North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71oNuDn+ZrL.jpg) ![North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tkKpDWPeL.jpg) ![North Star Games Evolution Board Game for 6 Players, Ages 12+ - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71-rZ94TaBL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelente Juego *by A***O on 9 January 2018* Es un excelente juego para pasar el rato, cada juego es único e inesperado totalmente recomendable. de preferencia jugar con 4 personas de 5 puede ser un caótica al principio pero ya cuando todos saben jugar es algo excelente. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant fun. *by J***N on 16 June 2019* Great board game. Loads of fun to play with friends & family. Has surprising depth to such a simple concept & the art work is beautiful. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great exploration of a concept in game form! *by D***K on 16 November 2019* This game isn't just about evolution - evolution IS the game! Adaptations each round decide whose species lives and whose species dies. It's a great game, loads of fun for adults and older kids. It can be a little tricky to learn at first, so take your time until you feel comfortable with the cards and the mechanics. ## Frequently Bought Together - Northstar Game Studio Evolution Board Game | Create Species in This Strategy Game for Adults, Teens and Families | 2-6 Players, Age 12+ - Azul Board Game - Strategic Tile-Placement Game for Family Fun, Great Game for Kids and Adults, Ages 8+, 2-4 Players, 30-45 Minute Playtime, Made by Plan B Games - Stonemaier Games: Wingspan (Base Game) by Elizabeth Hargrave | A Relaxing, Award-Winning Strategy Board Game About Birds for Adults and Family | 1-5 Players, 70 Mins, Ages 14+ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/352494541-north-star-games-evolution-board-game-for-6-players-ages](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/352494541-north-star-games-evolution-board-game-for-6-players-ages) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-20*