Version 3.0.56Tue Jan 06 2026
Flight has landed! Soar away from Carnivores to a new food source.
Ultimate bundle added, get a sizeable discount on all the IAP for the game.
Multiplayer bug fix for when AI takes over for inactive players.
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Evolution continues to evolve! New changes mean faster, fluid games and more content to explore. Adapt, survive, and thrive in a changing world enhanced by incredible art and thoughtful, balanced mechanics. Inspired by the award-winning board game with more than 3 million players, Evolution has arrived on iOS.
"#1 Digital Board Game of the year" -Ars Technica
"Best Mobile Strategy Game of the year" -Pocket Gamer
NATURAL SELECTION IN ACTION
In the game Evolution, you adapt your species to survive and stay one step ahead of opponents.
-Watering hole running dry? Evolve a long neck to reach food in the trees.
-Staring down a Carnivore? Develop a hard shell to fend off an attack.
-Evolve up the food chain to become a the most successful species.
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!
Unlike most board games, evolution lets you try the game for free first. Freeplay includes the tutorial, the easy and intermediate AI opponents, five campaign levels, and 1 multiplayer game a day. Pay a one-time cost to unlock unlimited functionality such as the Weekly Challenges, the Hard & Expert AI, Pass and Play, the full Campaign, Private Multiplayer Games and Asynchronous Games, and unlimited Matchmade Games.
CHALLENGING AND ADDICTIVE
Do you evolve protection from Carnivores, or find a way to eat if there is no Food in the Watering Hole? The ecosystem is constantly changing, and you’ve got to figure out what your opponents are up to.
INTERACTIVE TUTORIAL
Our friendly professor will guide you from one watering hole to the next on our learn-as-you-play tutorial, showing you how to survive in evolution before sending you off to make a name for yourself. Hone your skill as you progress from lowly Biology Intern to competing for the Nobel Prize!
EXPLORE THE CAMPAIGN
Explore the mysteries of Evolution Island and discover distinct Boss opponents. As you move through the campaign you’ll unlock new “Apex Species” that are masters of specific strategies; defeat them to add them to your menu of single-player opponents.
MATCH MADE MULTIPLAYER
One click and the game will match you with players of similar skill in a fast paced online game. Make friends in the game and set up custom games, or rank up in the ongoing seasonal tournaments and see how far you can go.
ENDLESS REPLAYS, ONE PRICE
This isn't a collectible card game, the full set of cards are included in the base game. Thousands of possible species combinations evolve from 17 unique trait cards, meaning no two games are ever the same.
PACE & POLISH
With a smooth user interface and fast, informative animations, Evolution was built to satisfy a quick fix of intense strategic battles. Easy to learn, almost impossible to master, one game and you’ll find yourself addicted. Evolution isn’t just a top tier strategy game – it’s a whole new animal.
"Best Digital Board Game of the year" -Vulture
"A powerhouse game poised to steal the thunder of some of the most popular games on the app store" -Touch Arcade




















Evolution is a strategy board game where players adapt their species to survive and thrive in a dynamic ecosystem. Players are dealt cards that represent various traits, such as developing long necks to reach high-up food sources, building hard shells for defense against predators, or increasing population size to overwhelm competitors. The goal is to create a food chain and strategically manage your species' population and adaptations to outcompete other players. It's a game of survival of the fittest, where the environment is constantly changing and players must adapt their strategies accordingly. Available for iPad and iPhone.
In Evolution, you'll draw trait cards and play them onto your species. These traits grant abilities like increased food gathering, defense against predators, or the ability to attack other species. You must balance the needs of your population with the ever-changing environment. Food is scarce, and predators are hungry. Will you evolve to be a swift hunter, a well-defended herbivore, or something else entirely? The choices you make will determine the fate of your species.
Each species has three basic stats: Population, Body Size, and Attack/Forage. You'll upgrade these stats by playing trait cards. For example, a 'Long Neck' trait allows you to access food sources that others cannot. A 'Hard Shell' trait provides defense against attacks. As you play, you'll create a unique ecosystem with your species interacting with those of your opponents. Can you build a dominant species that can withstand any challenge?
Test your evolutionary prowess against players from around the world. Engage in thrilling online multiplayer matches where every decision counts. Form alliances, betray rivals, and adapt on the fly to emerge victorious. The digital version of Evolution offers a robust multiplayer experience, ensuring endless replayability.
The heart of Evolution lies in its strategic depth. Players must carefully consider which traits to play, when to play them, and how to best utilize their limited resources. The game rewards forward-thinking and the ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. Will you invest in defense or offense? Will you focus on growing your population or increasing your body size?
Food is the primary resource in Evolution. Each turn, players must ensure their species have enough food to survive. This involves efficiently using trait cards to gather food and sometimes even attacking other species to claim their food. Managing your food supply is crucial for maintaining a healthy population.
The game features a dynamic predator-prey system. Some species will evolve to hunt others, while others will develop defenses to avoid becoming prey. This creates an exciting push-and-pull that keeps players on their toes and forces constant strategic adjustments.
Yes, this is the official digital adaptation of the highly acclaimed Evolution board game.
Yes, the game features AI opponents allowing you to play and practice offline.
Yes, there is a robust online multiplayer mode where you can play against other players from around the globe.
The game is available for both iPad and iPhone.