Ada's Dream
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.9 / 5
- Year
- 2025
About the game
An alternate-history euro game where players work alongside Ada Lovelace to build the world's first computer, the Analytical Engine. Over 18 turns, players take dice from a rondel, give lectures, travel across the UK, and complete assignments to earn Prestige Points while adding dice, gears, and programs to a personal blueprint board. Dice-rondel manipulation and engine-building combine into a race to be the first to complete an Analytical Engine. A fresh, thematically inventive euro for fans of clever historical "what-if" stories.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's team is excited by Ada's Dream's inventive fusion of dice-rondel mechanics with genuine engine-building, wrapped in a clever alternate-history premise. The long 18-turn structure allows for satisfying long-term planning and optimization. As a newer 2025 release, it shows strong production and thematic ambition. Because it's brand new, its long-term table presence and expansion support are still unproven.
What we like
- Inventive dice-rondel and engine-building fusion.
- Rich alternate-history theme around Ada Lovelace.
- Includes dedicated solo rules.
- 18-turn structure rewards long-term planning.
Keep in mind
- High complexity may deter casual players.
- As a new release, long-term reputation is still unproven.
- Long turn count adds to overall playtime.
Who it's for
Euro-strategy fans who enjoy dice manipulation and engine-building, ages 14+, best for 2-4 players wanting a meaty solo-friendly game.
