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Circadia
2026
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- 2–5 players
- 30 min
- 10+
- Complexity 1.6/5
For 2 players
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Circadia is a board game released in 2026 for 2–5 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Hisashi Hayashi and its main mechanics are Hand Management and Set Collection.
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About the game
Long ago, the world of Circadia pulsed in perfect rhythm, each habitat watched over by its guardian spirit. But when Day lingered too long and Night grew restless, the strength of the guardians began to wane. You are a Guide of the Dreaming Paths, tasked with leading the Winged Bear, the Rooted Axolotl, and the Cloud Goose back to their domains. By weaving the powers of Spirit Creatures into harmonious gatherings, you will restore their connection to the Habitats. But only the Guide who brings the most balance back to Circadia will be remembered as the Keeper of the Eternal Cycle. In this captivating card game, you and your fellow Guides compete as you restore balance to Circadia. On your turn, play Spirit Creature cards to create powerful sets. The stronger the set, the more valuable the Habitat you can claim. Each Habitat card brings you closer to victory by awarding Balance points. Carefully manage your hand and plan your sets to create a harmonious sequence of Day and Night cards. When one Guide reaches 15 Balance points, it is time for one final round. And the player with the most Balance points wins! —description from the publisher
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Questions and answers
Circadia supports 2–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Circadia is 30 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Circadia for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Circadia has a complexity rating of 1.6 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Circadia belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Animals. Its main mechanics are Hand Management and Set Collection. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Circadia are: Hisashi Hayashi. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Circadia as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.