--- product_id: 546710046 title: "Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min" brand: "capstone games" price: "£41.48" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Capstone Games" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/546710046-capstone-games-ark-nova-zoo-map-pack-1-strategy-board store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 1–4 players, perfect for competitive strategy Engine building & card drafting mechanics 2 double-sided maps for fresh layouts Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min **Brand:** capstone games **Price:** £41.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🦁 Build. Strategize. Conquer the wild with Ark Nova’s ultimate zoo expansion! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min by capstone games - **How much does it cost?** £41.48 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/546710046-capstone-games-ark-nova-zoo-map-pack-1-strategy-board) ## Best For - capstone games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted capstone games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Master the Engine:** Leverage advanced card drafting and engine-building mechanics to outsmart opponents and maximize points. - • **Expand Your Zoo Horizons:** Unlock new strategic depths with 2 double-sided maps that challenge your planning and adaptability. - • **Strategic Habitat Puzzle:** Navigate unique map obstacles and special zones to optimize animal synergy and resource allocation. - • **Dynamic Multiplayer Thrills:** Engage 1 to 4 players in intense, tactical zoo management battles that keep everyone on their toes. - • **Immersive Conservation Challenge:** Combine thematic depth with complex gameplay to build the most successful, scientifically managed zoo. ## Overview Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 is a premium expansion for the award-winning Ark Nova board game, featuring 2 double-sided maps that introduce fresh layouts, new obstacles, and enhanced strategic complexity. Designed for 1–4 players aged 14+, it deepens the core gameplay with advanced engine-building and card drafting mechanics, elevating your zoo management experience to new competitive heights. Requires the Ark Nova base game. ## Description In Ark Nova, you will plan and design a modern, scientifically managed zoo. With the ultimate goal of owning the most successful zoological establishment, you will build enclosers, accommodate animals, and support conservation projects all over the world. Specialists and unique buildings will help you in achieving this goal. Each player has a set of five action cards to manage their gameplay, and the power of an action is determined by the slot the card currently occupies. Expand your collection of Zoo maps in Ark Nova with the Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1! Containing 2 double-sided Zoo Maps, each side features all-new game mechanics and zoo layouts for you to explore! Ark Nova is required to use this product. This is an accessory pack and requires Ark Nova base game to use. Review: versione inglese - mape in inglese ma facili da utilizzare Review: Nettes Add On - Bringt noch mehr Abwechslung in das Zoobusiness. ## Features - EXPANDED ZOO STRATEGY: Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 adds new maps to your base game, giving players fresh layouts to plan enclosures, optimize habitats, and build efficient zoos. Each turn challenges strategy, requiring adaptation and clever decisions for rewarding gameplay. - DEEPER GAMEPLAY VARIATION: New map designs introduce obstacles, special zones, and opportunities that enhance replayability. Players balance animal placement, sponsorships, and conservation efforts while adjusting engine-building tactics to maximize points each session. - ENGAGING ZOO MANAGEMENT: Every map presents a unique puzzle where players make meaningful decisions about habitat placement, animal synergy, and resource allocation. Critical thinking and long-term planning are rewarded, creating a satisfying strategic experience each game. - ENHANCED MULTIPLAYER EXPERIENCE: Designed for 1–4 players, this expansion ensures constant engagement, competition for limited spaces, and opportunities to outmaneuver opponents. Timing, tactical plays, and adaptive strategies keep every participant involved throughout the game. - IMMERSIVE THEME & STRATEGY: Combining visually appealing maps with complex mechanics, Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 deepens the zoo-building experience. Strategy enthusiasts are rewarded for careful planning, adapting to changes, and making tactical choices that impact each session. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BH8YGPMN | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Battery Types | No batteries required | | Best Sellers Rank | #446,103 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #16,628 in Board Games | | Brand | Capstone Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable | | Colour | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 168 Reviews | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Estimated Playing Time | 90 Minutes | | Expansion For | Ark Nova | | Game Mechanics | card drafting, engine building | | Genre | Strategy | | Included Components | 2 double-sided maps | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 30.5 x 20.3 x 2.5 Centimeters | | Item Type Name | card game | | Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Capstone Games | | Manufacturer Part Number | FS5101 | | Material | Cardboard | | Maximum Recommended age | 1200.0 | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 168 | | Minimum Recommended age | 168.0 | | Model Number | FS5101 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 2 | | Set Name | Ark Nova | | Size | One Size | | Theme | Animals & Nature | | UPC | 850000576537 | | Unit Count | 2.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Capstone Games - **Material:** Cardboard - **Theme:** Animals & Nature - **Genre:** Strategy - **Number of Players:** 2 ## Images ![Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sNZXpG0SL.jpg) ![Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71AR3CEjdML.jpg) ![Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bB+usvDHL.jpg) ![Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71CRcAT4DYL.jpg) ![Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 Strategy Board Game for 1–4 Players | Competitive Euro-Style Zoo Management Expansion with Engine Building, Card Drafting, Conservation | Ages 14+, 90–150 Min - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RJXPLwHaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ versione inglese *by M***. on 11 April 2024* mape in inglese ma facili da utilizzare ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nettes Add On *by H***R on 9 July 2023* Bringt noch mehr Abwechslung in das Zoobusiness. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More maps for Ark Nova *by M***Z on 8 December 2025* Add on to one of my favourite games. Ark Nova is excellent. ## Frequently Bought Together - Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 1 - Game Accessory Pack, Expand Your Collection, All New Mechanics and Layouts to Explore - Capstone Games Ark Nova: Zoo Map Pack 2 - Game Accessory Expansion Set, Expand Your Collection, All New Mechanics and Layouts to Explore - Ages 15+ - Capstone Games Ark Nova: Marine Worlds Strategy Board Game Expansion - Introduces Sea Animals Into Your Zoo, 1-4 Players, Ages 12+ --- ## 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/546710046-capstone-games-ark-nova-zoo-map-pack-1-strategy-board](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/546710046-capstone-games-ark-nova-zoo-map-pack-1-strategy-board) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-07-21*