Neanderthal*
* Set in 43,000 BCE during the European Ice Age, players embody one of three human species: Archaic, Neanderthal, or Cro-Magnon. Assign hunting roles to your males while teaching vocabulary to your children to develop cognitive skills and tribal culture. Specialize your elders in key areas and choose from various mating strategies, as victory hinges on your choices regarding hunters, inventions, and domesticated animals.
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- 👥 1 - 3 Players
- ⏱️ 60 - 120 Minutes
- 🧒 14+ years old
- 🧩 Hard to learn
* We like Neanderthal so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2026
- Position 6 in The best games from Phil Eklund 🇺🇸👨
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