How many players is Genesis?

Genesis plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Genesis take to play?

A game of Genesis takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Genesis rates 6.4/10 from 466 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a prehistoric / territory building game built around dice rolling, tile placement.

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Genesis (2006)

2–4 players · 45 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.4 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 45 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.4/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 10+ who like prehistoric games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Genesis

Reshape and repopulate Pangaea after a major extinction event.

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Prehistoric Territory Building

Mechanics: Dice Rolling, Tile Placement · Designer: Reiner Knizia

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Genesis FAQ

How many players is Genesis?: Genesis plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Genesis take to play?: A game of Genesis takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Genesis any good?: Genesis rates 6.4/10 from 466 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a prehistoric / territory building game built around dice rolling, tile placement.