How many players is Ark?

Ark plays with 3–5 players, ages 8 and up.

How long does Ark take to play?

A game of Ark takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Ark rates 6.3/10 from 1,375 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a animals / religious game built around card drafting, set collection, tile placement.

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Ark (2005)

3–5 players · 45 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.3 on BGG

Players: 3–5
Play time: 45 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.3/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 8+ who like animals games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Ark

Lead animals aboard before it rains, but they must be comfortable... and not eaten!

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Animals Religious

Mechanics: Card Drafting, Set Collection, Tile Placement · Designer: Frank Nestel

Players: 3P · 4P · 5P

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Ark FAQ

How many players is Ark?: Ark plays with 3–5 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Ark take to play?: A game of Ark takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Ark any good?: Ark rates 6.3/10 from 1,375 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a animals / religious game built around card drafting, set collection, tile placement.