--- product_id: 105700955 title: "Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game" brand: "blue orange" price: "R4833" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Blue Orange" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/105700955-blue-orange-games-photosynthesis-strategy-board-game store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Dynamic sun rotation mechanic Life-cycle tree growth stages Strategic light point scoring Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game **Brand:** blue orange **Price:** R4833 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Grow your strategy, outshine the competition! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game by blue orange - **How much does it cost?** R4833 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/105700955-blue-orange-games-photosynthesis-strategy-board-game) ## Best For - blue orange enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted blue orange brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Engage 2-4 Players:** Perfect for intimate game nights or competitive group strategy sessions. - • **Evolve Your Forest:** Strategically grow your trees from seedling to full bloom, then rebirth for maximum points. - • **Eco-Educational Fun:** Learn the science of photosynthesis while sharpening your strategic thinking. - • **Shade Your Competition:** Use shadows to block rivals’ sunlight and dominate the board with superior positioning. - • **Harness the Sun’s Power:** Master the revolving sun’s rays to maximize your trees’ energy and outsmart opponents. ## Overview Photosynthesis by Blue Orange Games is a visually stunning, strategy board game for 2-4 players aged 8 and up. Players cultivate trees through life stages, leveraging a unique revolving sun mechanic to collect light points. Combining ecological education with competitive gameplay, it challenges players to tactically sow, grow, and shade their forest to score the highest points. No batteries required, this eco-conscious game offers immersive, hands-on fun that’s perfect for family or friends looking to elevate their game night. ## Description In Photosynthesis, take your trees through their life-cycle, from seedling to full bloom to rebirth, and earn light points as their leaves collect energy from the revolving sun’s rays. Carefully pick where you sow and when you grow, as trees in the shadows are blocked from light, and from light points. Players score light points if their trees are in the direct lines of sun rays or taller than the trees blocking them from the sun rays. In a second phase, players use their light points to reserve seeds or trees, then plant or grow them on the board. Points are scored by maturing trees and removing them from the board. Review: Five Stars - A great game for new and experienced board gamers alike. Slightly hypnotic and addictive, definitely unique. Review: Fresh concept! Beautiful art! Great execution! Exceptional game! - We played a new game! Photosynthesis Created by Hjalmar Hach Beautifully illustrated by Sabrina Miramon Distributed by @blueorangegames . 🌳 . In the game, Photosynthesis, you are The God Father of your mafia tree family. You control tree growth and seed planting! You tell your trees who to block out, and when to spend light points, where to the expand your territory, who to retire to get the most points possible! As the head of the esteemed Pine tree family, the Maple family is your biggest enemy, and the Shady Oaks are creeping in on your territory, so you gotta put them back in their place as well!! . 🌳 . This is one way to describe Photosynthesis to boardgame normies. Because apparently they won't understand why you are so excited to play your new board game about being trees! But they just need a little learning. . 🌲 . This is not a boring, travel around the board and pay rent game, because life already sucks with rent and endless cycles, Monopoly! Let's just be Trees for a bit! . 🌲 . I don't stay on top of board game award shows, but if I were a critic this game would get my acclaim! Growing trees in a forest is a fresh take on resource management games! And I love resource management games! This one is a new favorite! The resources are simple, light, and space; yet, the strategy is complex enough to be interesting! The recommended age group for this game is 8 and up, and I would agree! This game is simple enough to be understandable and enjoyed by most eight year olds, but the strategy is in depth enough that your going to want to play it even without the kids! . 🌳 . So if you are looking for a new game, and you should be... don't hesitate to pick up this fantastic game from Blue Orange! #analogvideogames ## Features - The green strategy board game! - Plant and shape the ever-changing forest as you cultivate your seeds and your strategy - Take your trees through their life-cycle, from seedling to full Bloom to rebirth, and earn points as their leaves collect energy from the revolving sun's rays - Carefully pick where you Sow and when you grow, as trees in the Shadows are blocked from light, and from points - 2 to 4 players. Ages 8 and up ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B074K5W5N5 | | Additional Features | Portable | | Age Range Description | 96 months to 1188 months | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Battery Types | No batteries required | | Best Sellers Rank | #437,840 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #16,966 in Board Games | | Brand | blue orange | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable | | Colour | Multicolor | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,535 Reviews | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Educational Objective | To teach players about photosynthesis and the life cycle of trees | | Genre | Strategy | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00803979054001 | | Included Components | 1 Game Board 1 Sun Segment 4 Player Boards 1 First Player Token 24 Scoring Tokens 4 Sun Marker Tokens 24 Seed Tokens (6 of each species) 32 Small Trees (8 of each species) 16 Medium Trees (4 of each species) 8 Big Trees (2 of each species) Illustrated Rules | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 8.9 x 30 x 30 Centimeters | | Item Dimensions L x W | 30L x 30W Centimeters | | Item Type Name | Strategy Board Game | | Item Weight | 4 Pounds | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Blue Orange | | Manufacturer Part Number | 05400 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty | | Material | Paper, Plastic | | Maximum Recommended age | 1188.00 | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 96 | | Minimum Recommended age | 96.0 | | Model Number | 05400 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 2-4 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Product Dimensions | 30L x 30W Centimeters | | Size | Basic | | Theme | Forest,Shape | | UPC | 803979054001 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Blue Orange - **Genre:** Strategy - **Material:** Paper, Plastic - **Number of Players:** 2-4 - **Theme:** Forest,Shape ## Images ![Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91m0aoknERL.jpg) ![Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91CGnONtjLL.jpg) ![Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81anyPO4IVL.jpg) ![Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91imHekYdXL.jpg) ![Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Strategy Board Game - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91VSJvLcm0L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what's the difference between the basic and premium versions?** A: There are no premium version sold directly from Blue Orange Games, however some private sellers might be offering expansion packs with the regular version. **Q: How difficult is this for someone who has NO board game experience? (I know that’s a mean question.)** A: It's not mean, it's considerate. If it is too heavy to start out on, they will be scared away. Crawl before you walk! This game is a great entry level game. Concepts are really easy to understand. My wife and I game a lot but she really enjoys the 30-45 min games that don't go super deep. One of her favorites is Carcassonne because she just really likes the games that are quick and you can play a few games back to back. This game is one of those games. Light and fun, and really good. I bought this one for her because she likes these type of games. We play this one a lot. This falls right in with games like Ticket to Ride and Catan, because there is strategy in the game and not just a bunch of random chance. We love this game! **Q: Can this game be played with 2 people?** A: Yes it can! I believe you can play with 2-4 players. **Q: What is the age range for this game?** A: That depends. We have an 8-year old niece who could handle the game just fine, but she is pretty exceptional. On average, my guess would be 12 and up. The game isn't hard, but it's very spatial. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by A***S on 13 February 2018* A great game for new and experienced board gamers alike. Slightly hypnotic and addictive, definitely unique. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fresh concept! Beautiful art! Great execution! Exceptional game! *by A***. on 16 August 2020* We played a new game! Photosynthesis Created by Hjalmar Hach Beautifully illustrated by Sabrina Miramon Distributed by @blueorangegames . 🌳 . In the game, Photosynthesis, you are The God Father of your mafia tree family. You control tree growth and seed planting! You tell your trees who to block out, and when to spend light points, where to the expand your territory, who to retire to get the most points possible! As the head of the esteemed Pine tree family, the Maple family is your biggest enemy, and the Shady Oaks are creeping in on your territory, so you gotta put them back in their place as well!! . 🌳 . This is one way to describe Photosynthesis to boardgame normies. Because apparently they won't understand why you are so excited to play your new board game about being trees! But they just need a little learning. . 🌲 . This is not a boring, travel around the board and pay rent game, because life already sucks with rent and endless cycles, Monopoly! Let's just be Trees for a bit! . 🌲 . I don't stay on top of board game award shows, but if I were a critic this game would get my acclaim! Growing trees in a forest is a fresh take on resource management games! And I love resource management games! This one is a new favorite! The resources are simple, light, and space; yet, the strategy is complex enough to be interesting! The recommended age group for this game is 8 and up, and I would agree! This game is simple enough to be understandable and enjoyed by most eight year olds, but the strategy is in depth enough that your going to want to play it even without the kids! . 🌳 . So if you are looking for a new game, and you should be... don't hesitate to pick up this fantastic game from Blue Orange! #analogvideogames ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful game with off-putting name! *by C***W on 27 January 2019* Admittedly, the name of this board game makes you not want to play it, but I'm so glad I listened to the positive reviews and did. The artwork in photosynthesis is beautiful and the gameplay is simple and fun. The gameplay and strategy with each number of players (2, 3, and 4) is different. It's a new game with each number of players. If you are into strategy games, this boardgame will make a nice addition to your collection. ## Frequently Bought Together - Blue Orange Games Photosynthesis Board Game - Award Winning Family or Adult Strategy Board Game for 2 to 4 Players. 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