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product_id: 467770501
title: "Ion: A Compound Building Game (2nd Edition) - A Chemistry Card Drafting Game About Cations, Anion, Noble Gases - Science Accurate Board Game for High School Students, Teachers and Adults"
brand: "genius games"
price: "AR$97082"
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# 2-7 players, card drafting Science-backed, peer-reviewed 20-30 min fast rounds Ion: A Compound Building Game (2nd Edition) - A Chemistry Card Drafting Game About Cations, Anion, Noble Gases - Science Accurate Board Game for High School Students, Teachers and Adults

**Brand:** genius games
**Price:** AR$97082
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧬 Build bonds, break boredom – chemistry has never been this fun!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ion: A Compound Building Game (2nd Edition) - A Chemistry Card Drafting Game About Cations, Anion, Noble Gases - Science Accurate Board Game for High School Students, Teachers and Adults by genius games
- **How much does it cost?** AR$97082 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Key Features

- • **Dynamic Pick-and-Pass Mechanics:** Engage 2-7 players in strategic card drafting for endless compound-building fun.
- • **Master Ionic Bonding in Minutes:** Fast-paced gameplay that makes chemistry addictive and accessible.
- • **Perfect for Classrooms & Game Nights:** Bridges education and entertainment for students, teachers, and science enthusiasts alike.
- • **Scientifically Accurate & STEM Certified:** Peer-reviewed by 20+ PhDs, ensuring real-world chemistry concepts come alive.
- • **Challenge Yourself with Radioactive Variant:** Advanced gameplay adds radioactive decay for a next-level chemistry showdown.

## Overview

Genius Games Ion (2nd Edition) is a scientifically accurate, fast-paced card drafting game designed for 2-7 players aged 8 and up. With rounds lasting 20-30 minutes, players build neutral compounds by matching cations, anions, and noble gases. Peer-reviewed by experts and STEM-compliant, it includes an advanced radioactive variant for experienced players. Ideal for classrooms, family game nights, and anyone passionate about chemistry.

## Description

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## Features

- LEARN SCIENCE: Players will interact and learn the fundamentals of ionic bonding through creating neutrally charged compounds, noble gases, charges, anions and cations, and acids and bases. Science geeks will love playing this game with their classroom, family, and friends in this fast-paced pick-and-pass card game.
- FAST PACED: Ion is a fast-paced card game for 2-7 players spanning around 20-30 minutes. Each round, players compete to build compounds using positively and negatively charged ions. Points are scored for successful compounds, Noble Gases, and achieving Goal Cards. After 3 rounds, the player with the most points wins!
- PICK AND PASS: Each player starts with a hand of 10 cards, and chooses one card to place in front of them. They then pass the rest of their hand to the player on their right, where they continue playing and passing cards until every card is used. Your goal is to match the positive and negative charges on your cards to create neutrally charged compounds, scoring points.
- SCIENTIFICALLY ACCURATE: All of Genius Games's products are peer-reviewed by a team of 20+ PhD Doctors and Scientists from around the globe. Ion also contains a Science Behind booklet, detailing how the mechanics and cards found in game relate to their real world concepts. Ion is also STEM and NGSS complaint, and was awarded the Dice Tower Seal of Approval. This game is perfect for at home learning, for use in the classroom, or adding some science to your next family game night.
- RADIOACTIVE CARD GAME: Also included is a harder difficulty which includes radioactivity. Recommended for more experience players and a party of 4+ people. This advanced game requires players to manage radioactive decay along with the radioactivity of other players. These cards score points at the end of each round, and additional points are given to the player(s) with the most decay at the end of the game. Step up your game with this challenging card game!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B9DSMDMY |
| Age Range Description | Children |
| Best Sellers Rank | #118,153 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #2,639 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Brand Name | Genius Games |
| Color | Blue, Yellow, and White |
| Container Type | Box |
| Customer Package Type | Box |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (79) |
| Edition | 2nd Edition |
| Educational Objective | Teach and reinforce chemistry concepts |
| Estimated Playing Time | 30 minutes |
| Grenre | Educational, Strategy |
| Included Components | 1 Science Behind Booklet |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Item Dimensions | 7 x 5.3 x 1.58 inches |
| Item Type Name | Card Game |
| Item Weight | 14.08 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Genius Games |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GOT10032E |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Model Name | Ion: A Compound Building Game (2nd Edition) |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Players | 2-7 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Educational, Card Drafting, Pattern Building, Radioactive Variant |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Source | manual |
| Product Style | Modern |
| Set Name | Ion |
| Size | Medium |
| Theme | Chemistry |
| UPC | 653341739308 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can this be played in a classroom group?**
A: I designed it specifically for my classroom, so yes absolutely. I would suggest starting out by just using the 8 cards in a player's hand, and don't use the Action Tiles, remove the Transition Metal, the Polyatomic Ions and Radioactive Cards. Simply deal 8 cards to each player, and flip two goal cards faceup (3 if playing 5 or more players) and then that's it. Once students get the hang of it, then you can add those other components in. Also, the game will play up to 7 players per copy of the game. However, sometimes having 7 students at a single table can get crowded and rambunctious. I usually played with 4 or 5 students to a game. Hope that helps!

**Q: Can 2 play easily?  Do the rules differ for two-player play?**
A: 2 will work, however 3 or 4 is much better.

**Q: What ages is this appropriate for?**
A: We recommend 8 years and up but this age range is dependent on the players familiarization with traditional games and/or chemistry. It's not a really tough game to learn especially if there's an adult to teach the game and help walk younger players through the first few play throughs. You can also find a great How to Play video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCNNJqWCzL8

**Q: How does this compare to Compounded?**
A: I don't know anything about the Compounded game, but this one is very hard to play.  I reread the rules several times and couldn't follow the instructions on how to play and I'm a chemistry teacher!  I didn't even try it out on my classes.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-27*