How many players is Africana?

Africana plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.

How long does Africana take to play?

A game of Africana takes 60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Africana any good?

Africana rates 6.7/10 from 1,281 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / exploration game built around card drafting, pick-up and deliver, point to point movement.

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Africana (2012)

2–4 players · 60 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 60 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.7/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 8+ who like adventure games — medium-light complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Africana

Complete expeditions and discover artifacts in colonial Africa.

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Adventure Exploration Travel

Mechanics: Card Drafting, Pick-up and Deliver, Point to Point Movement, Set Collection · Designer: Michael Schacht

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Africana FAQ

How many players is Africana?: Africana plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Africana take to play?: A game of Africana takes 60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Africana any good?: Africana rates 6.7/10 from 1,281 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / exploration game built around card drafting, pick-up and deliver, point to point movement.