Newton

In Newton, players embody ambitious young scientists during the 17th-century Scientific Revolution, striving to become renowned geniuses by traveling across Europe, visiting universities, discovering new theories, and building essential tools. Through innovative hand management and action retrieval mechanics, players strategically play five cards each round to strengthen actions, acquire new powers, and ultimately advance their scientific legacy to earn the most victory points.

Key facts

• Number of players: 1–4
• Playtime: 90 min
• Min age: 14+
• Complexity: 3,4/5

Mechanics

• Action Retrieval
• Closed Drafting
• Deck or bag or pool Building
• End Game Bonuses
• Hand Management
• Income
• Open Drafting
• Point to Point Movement
• Tile Placement
• Solo / Solitaire Game
• Tech Trees / Tech Tracks
• Turn Order: Progressive
• Variable Set-up

Categories

• Age of Reason
• Travel

Families

• Components: Map (Continental / National scale)
• Components: Multi-Use Cards
• Continents: Europe
• Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena
• Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
• Digital Implementations: Yucata
• Game: Newton
• Mechanism: Tableau Building
• Occupation: Researcher / Scientist
• Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
• Theme: Physics
• Theme: Science

Authors

Nestore Mangone, Simone Luciani

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FAQ

How many players can play Newton?

Newton supports 1–4 players.

How long does a game of Newton take?

A game of Newton usually takes about 90 minutes.

What age is Newton suitable for?

Newton is recommended for ages 14 and up.

How complex is Newton?

Newton has a complexity rating of 3,4 out of 5.

Is Newton good for beginners?

Newton is fairly involved and is best suited to experienced players.