Best player count
Supports 1-4 players
Design a futuristic zoo and outsmart rivals with strategic card management in Ark Nova — where conservation, science, and creativity collide for 2-5 players.
Supports 1-4 players
Typical range 90-150 min
BoardGameGeek complexity from light to heavy
Manufacturer recommended minimum age
In Ark Nova, you’re not just building a zoo — you’re engineering a global conservation empire. Use action cards to grow your domain, with each card’s power shifting based on the slot you play it in. The Cards action pulls fresh animals, sponsors, and projects into your collection; Build crafts enclosures and attractions; Animals populates your park; Association deploys workers for specialized tasks; and Sponsors boosts funding or influence. With 255 unique cards — from polar bears to rainforest biomes to celebrity endorsements — every choice ripples across your zoo’s appeal, scientific reputation, and conservation points. Balance exotic exhibits with visitor happiness, strategic card placement with long-term goals. Will your ark outshine the competition as you race to become the world’s most celebrated zoological pioneer? The planet’s future (and your trophy case) depends on it.