Newton Asks ‘How’d You Like Them Apples?’ At Gen Con Release
August 17, 2018 by cassn
Around the middle of the 17th century with the advent of the scientific method, a period of great change begins, called the scientific revolution. Many great scientists, with their theories and ideas, change our perception of the universe: Galileo Galilei, Copernicus, Kepler, Bacon and, above all, Sir Isaac Newton.
What's that, Mom? Karen's son is a doctor? Sarah's kid just got married? Well, I'm a young scientist in the mid 17th century, traveling around Europe and discovering the inner workings of the universe. Take that, societal expectations.
In Newton, players draw and play action cards over six rounds. These cards allow them to study, build, travel and work in order to earn money, accrue knowledge and gain victory points. The goal? Become the greatest genius of the scientific revolution!
Newton is the latest offering from CMON, and since it's release at Gen Con it has received a mixed reception. The game mechanic has been applauded; - there's a unique ability for discarding cards in order to increase the power of other actions.
However, some gamers have found the components to be lacking, with several complaining of warped game boards and faint print quality - a particular shame when you have an artist like Klemens Franz (Orléans, PAX) illustrating your components. Hopefully, these issues will be resolved in time for Newton's European release at Essen later this year.
What is your equal and opposite reaction to this news? Let us know below!
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I just so many other board games that my group doesn’t get to play enough as it is and this one looks good as well…
I know the feeling! I have a Kickstarter list a mile long and still games waiting to be opened (side note: have you seen the second print Kickstarter of Bargain Quest yet? I’ve already added it to my list!)
I definitely like the look of Newton, but I’d be interested to see the component quality when it comes to Essen in October.