Cardline: Animals
2–8 players • 15 min • ages 7+
- Players
- 2–8 players
- Playing time
- 15 min
- Age
- 7+
How it plays
Cardline: Animals plays 2–8 players, takes about 15 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 7 and up.
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Where it came from
Cardline: Animals was developed by Frédéric Henry and published by Asmodee and Bombyx, emerging in the early 2010s as part of a trend toward accessible, educational card games. The game was designed to distill complex biological data into a fast-paced, intuitive experience where players arrange animals based on specific traits such as size, weight, or lifespan. Its minimalist aesthetic and clear iconography were intended to make the game approachable for families and casual gamers alike, serving as a gateway into the broader 'Timeline' style of mechanics.
Upon its release, the game was well-received for its pedagogical value and portability. Critics praised the high-quality illustrations, which favor a clean, scientific yet artistic look, and the way the game encourages players to reconsider their common misconceptions about the natural world. It became a staple in the educational gaming market, often lauded for its ability to balance entertainment with genuine learning, and it eventually spawned several sequels focusing on different themes like dinosaurs and inventions.
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About Cardline: Animals
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How do you play Cardline: Animals?
Cardline: Animals is a board game for 2–8 players, running about 15 minutes. 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 Cardline: Animals for?
Cardline: Animals is built for 2–8 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Cardline: Animals take to play?
A game of Cardline: Animals is listed at about 15 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Cardline: Animals for?
Cardline: Animals lists a minimum age of 7. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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