Botanicus
2–4 players • Hans im Glück • 2024
- Publisher
- Hans im Glück · Feelindigo · 999 Games
- First published
- 2024
- Players
- 2–4 players
How it plays
Botanicus plays 2–4 players.
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Where it came from
Botanicus was released in 2024 by the German publisher Hans im Glück, a company renowned for its significant contributions to the modern board game landscape. The game was designed by the prolific duo Michael Kiesling and Wolfgang Kramer, both of whom are legendary figures in game design with a long history of collaborative success. Developed during a period when the board gaming industry has increasingly focused on thematic, nature-inspired titles, Botanicus was crafted to challenge players with strategic resource management and spatial planning.
The aesthetic of the game centers on the vibrant development of a botanical garden, featuring art that aims for a balance between clarity and botanical beauty. As a recent addition to the Hans im Glück catalog, the design prioritizes accessible mechanical depth, reflecting the designers' decades of expertise in creating games that are intuitive to learn yet offer significant tactical complexity. Early reception has highlighted the game's approachable nature and its success in delivering a satisfying, medium-weight experience within a classic European-style framework.
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About Botanicus
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How do you play Botanicus?
Botanicus is a board game for 2–4 players. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Botanicus for?
Botanicus is built for 2–4 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
Who publishes Botanicus?
Botanicus is published by Hans im Glück, Feelindigo and 999 Games. The catalog gives its publication year as 2024.
Has Botanicus won any awards?
Yes — the catalog entry for Botanicus lists Gioco dell'Anno, Connoisseur Game of the Year – Recommendation List and Nederlandse spellenprijs - best advanced game.
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