Finspan is a board game that takes players into the depths of the ocean as marine explorers. It’s a standalone game set in the Wingspan universe, retaining the familiar card‑placement and engine‑building mechanics but adapting them to an underwater theme and simplifying them for a more accessible experience.

In Finspan, you explore three ocean zones—the Sunlit, Twilight, and Midnight zones—while collecting different species of fish, laying eggs, raising fry, and forming shoals. Each card represents a real fish with an illustration and interesting facts, giving the game an educational touch.

Players place fish cards onto their personal board, taking into account the depth and diving location. Instead of activating rows (as in Wingspan), players send a diver down a column to trigger the abilities of all fish in that column. Eggs can turn into fry, which some fish require as food. Three fry form a shoal, earning additional points.
Some fish trigger special effects when played or at the end of the game, allowing players to build clever combos.
Instead of standard rounds, the game is divided into four “weeks,” each with its own goal that grants points to all players, with a bonus for the best performer.

Finspan is a light yet strategically engaging game that blends an educational theme with elegant mechanics. It’s suitable for beginners, families, and nature lovers, as well as experienced gamers looking for a relaxed but thoughtful experience. 🐠