Rising Cultures is Capstone’s first collaboration with German publisher HUCH! (Trajan, Rajas of Ganges, etc.) and features elegant civilization building gameplay in a compact footprint. The game comes with four unique civilizations, each with their own playstyle and unique deck of cards. Play 2 games at the same time with one box!

Strategize to acquire the exotic species for your aquarium, maintaining good oxygen levels as you go. Each species has unique needs, but offers distinct benefits to your ecosystem. Take a deep dive into the encyclopedia to gain an edge with what you find! Design a harmonious habitat and curate your aquatic collection to surpass your opponents. Can you turn a bare tank into a vibrant, self-sustaining, biodiverse ecosystem to bolster your claims? The captivating challenges of Aquaria await!

The core mechanisms involve grid building and card management, with pond construction as a spatial puzzle. In each round, players choose cards from a shared display and add one card to their pond, aiming to fulfill specific conditions set by different frog species to earn points, with larger groups of the same frog type yielding even greater rewards.

Renowned, world-famous distilleries are your playground. Each year, players age their whiskey barrels, navigate events, and manage upkeep costs to best maintain their stock. Hold on to your assets wisely, as other players may try to compromise the price of formerly valuable whiskey while raising the price of their own holdings. Prudent management of your whiskey is crucial, as everyone is out for themselves in Angel’s Share.