80

Players take on the role of young scientists in 17th-century Europe, travelling from city to city, expanding their knowledge, and sharing it with their students. It is an optimization puzzle featuring action selection and hand management mechanics.

80

The Verdict

based on 25 reviews

Positive 0%
Mixed 0%
Clever card-as-action engine-building system
Many viable paths to victory
Variable setup and strong replayability
Satisfying, meaningful decisions every turn
Thin, pasted-on theme
Low player interaction, multiplayer-solitaire feel
Bland art and mediocre components
Book strategy or cards may dominate
100
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The Boardgame Mechanics, The Boardgame MechanicsVideo

“I do think that that's my opinion I love it I absolutely love it and again it's it's clearly in my top 100 games like it better than any other medium plus weight game from 18 might be my favorite from 2018 altogether”(27:11)

90
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slickerdrips, slickerdripsVideo

“Definitely this is the best of them one of the best from s and so far we haven't played that many of them yet but definitely definitely up there with an author cities as yeah a real a real highlight of s and releases”(6:22)

90
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Game Court, Game CourtArticleTop List – #10

“It has stayed in our collection because I really fancy the game and has a very good solo mode because basically it's a multiplayer soliter”

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90
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Topping the Table, Jamie HopkinsArticle

In conclusion, Newton has earned its spot on my board game shelf, and I reckon it deserves a spot on yours too.

90
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Gaming with Edo & Jessica, Gaming with Edo & JessicaArticleTop List

“Newton is a huge challenge, requires a lot of focus, but it is so fun to just work through that and finally figure out how it works.”

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90
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Gaming Rules!, Gaming Rules!Video

“I like this game, I will not say no to a game of this and I am very tempted to play the solo game of it. As I say, lots of icons at the start which seem overwhelming, but they are very clear and they're all really well done.”(12:51)

90
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Legends of Nerdvana, Legends of NerdvanaVideo

“I'm at a nine it's good solid wonderful fun i just wish i knewwhy i was doing it”(20:52)

90
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MeepleTown, MeepleTownArticleTop List

“Newton is super fun and I believe that I like it because I asked myself sometimes why do I really like your game sometimes I don't know, it's just a great gut feeling, but I think what I really like about this one is just the mechanics of the game.”

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88
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Chairman of the Board, Chairman of the BoardVideo

“This one is, it's just blown me away. It's so good, and you know, there's got to be a time where they just can't keep up the standard of gaming because everything they bring out is just top quality. It just sings to me perfectly.”(10:04)

86
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eNVy Board Gaming, eNVy Board GamingVideo

“If you're a euro game fan this it just sings the game sings it really does every action there's nothing no real boring action every action i i like i'm excited to do that action”(9:20)

85
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Mr-BoardgamesArticle

“Newton is a solid, expert Eurogame that captivates with its clever card system and strategic depth. It's a game that will appeal to fans of pure planning and thinking, but may put off those looking for immersion or a more visually appealing feel.”

85
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No Fluff Solo Gaming with John LaRuffa, No Fluff Solo Gaming with John LaRuffaVideo

“But either way it's a beat your own score game I don't even think they give you a u a ranking regrettably trying to think about that I think it just beat your own score period but either way I love this game it's just fun to play”(29:44)

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