Endangered
- Players
- 1-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 90 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.5 / 5
- Year
- 2020
About the game
Endangered is a cooperative game where players take on roles like the Zoologist, Philanthropist, TV Wildlife Host, Lobbyist, or Environmental Lawyer to save iconic species from extinction. Rolling dice triggers powerful actions such as restoring habitats, forming breeding pairs, neutralizing threats, and shifting global opinion. Players must build momentum and manage crises together before time runs out, winning over skeptical UN ambassadors along the way. If the team fails to build enough support, the species they're fighting for disappear forever.
Hobbli's Notes
Endangered stands out for tackling a genuinely important theme with real mechanical weight behind it. The push-your-luck dice rolling keeps tension high as the team races against a ticking clock. Its cooperative structure demands real coordination, making success feel earned rather than automatic. A thoughtful, engaging game for players who want their theme and mechanics to align.
What we like
- Meaningful conservation theme is well integrated into the mechanics.
- Push-your-luck dice rolling keeps tension high throughout.
- Asymmetric hero roles encourage genuine team coordination.
- Strong solo mode broadens its appeal.
Keep in mind
- Heavy theme may feel emotionally weighty for some casual groups.
- Coordination requirements can create decision paralysis in larger groups.
Who it's for
Cooperative game fans aged 10 and up interested in conservation themes, playable solo or in groups up to five.
