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2021BGG rank #2,395

Bios: Genesis

by Phil Eklund · Fox in the Box

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Players1–4
Time60–120m
ComplexityHeavy
Age12+

About the game

What is Bios: Genesis?

Bios: Genesis is a game about the origin of life, following the molecular arms race that led from chemistry to biology. Players take the roles of organic compounds competing to be the first to achieve the properties of life. Part I of the Bios Trilogy, designed by Phil Eklund.

How it plays

Mechanics

Dice RollingHand ManagementVariable Player PowersTableau Building

On the shelf

Categories

EconomicScience FictionSimulation

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