Wingspan
1–7 players • 40 min • ages 10+ • Igromag • 2019
- Publisher
- Igromag · Lavka Games · Stonemaier Games · Korea Boardgames
- First published
- 2019
- Players
- 1–7 players
- Playing time
- 40 min
- Age
- 10+
- Genre
- Card game
How it plays
Wingspan plays 1–7 players, takes about 40 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 10 and up.
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Where it came from
Wingspan was conceptualized by designer Elizabeth Hargrave, who sought to create a board game that highlighted the beauty and diversity of birds rather than the traditional themes of conflict or empire-building. Released by Stonemaier Games in 2019 and licensed for regional distribution by partners like Igromag, the game was developed as an engine-building strategy experience where players act as ornithologists, researchers, and birdwatchers. The design process focused on accessibility and educational depth, featuring hundreds of unique, scientifically accurate bird cards illustrated by Natalia Rojas and Ana Maria Martinez Jaramillo.
The game received widespread acclaim upon its debut for its elegant mechanics, high-quality tactile components, and its success in broadening the appeal of hobby board games to a wider, more diverse audience. It earned numerous industry accolades, including the prestigious Kennerspiel des Jahres in 2019. The regional edition published by Igromag ensured that the game's intricate card art and gameplay mechanics remained accessible to a dedicated community of players in the Russian-speaking market, maintaining the integrity of the original production quality.
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About Wingspan
Wingspan is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 1–7 players • 40 min • ages 10+ • Igromag • 2019. It's filed under card game. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How do you play Wingspan?
Wingspan is a board game for 1–7 players, running about 40 minutes, filed under card game. 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 Wingspan for?
Wingspan is built for 1–7 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Wingspan take to play?
A game of Wingspan is listed at about 40 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Wingspan for?
Wingspan lists a minimum age of 10. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Who publishes Wingspan?
Wingspan is published by Igromag, Lavka Games, Stonemaier Games, Korea Boardgames and 7 more. The catalog gives its publication year as 2019.
Has Wingspan won any awards?
Yes — the catalog entry for Wingspan lists Deutscher Spielepreis, Kennerspiel des Jahres and Gouden Ludo - best expert game.
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