Step into 43,000 BC Ice Age Europe, the start of modern man. In Neanderthal, you become one of three human species: Archaic, Neanderthal, or Cro - Magnon. Send your men to hunt Pleistocene megafauna while dodging predators. Have your women teach kids vocabulary for better cognitive skills in the next generation and a tribal culture. Specialize elders in fire, war, big - game hunting, inventions, or animal domestication. Pick from three mating strategies: promiscuous, harems, or pair bonding. Your victory hinges on your strategy and may involve hunters, elders, women, vocabulary, trophies, inventions, or domesticated animals.
To play Neanderthal 2nd Edition, first choose your human species. Then start assigning your males to hunt, females to teach, and elders to specialize in different areas. When it comes to mating strategies, think carefully as your choice will impact your victory. Be careful when sending your hunters out, as they might get eaten by predators. As for maintenance, keep your game materials in a dry place to prevent damage. If you face any issues during the game, refer back to the rules or try different strategies to see what works best.
