Novo Code

An electrifying card game about the real-world frontiers of gene editing.

CRISPR isn’t science fiction anymore. It’s changing everything — from personalized cancer cures to resurrecting extinct species. Novo Code is a high-stakes, fast-paced print-and-play card game that puts you at the center of this genetic revolution. Players compete to build scientific breakthroughs in a world where biology collides with artificial intelligence, climate tech, and ethics. The stakes feel real because they are. Every card in the game is inspired by a real-world innovation that’s already reshaping the future.

This game was created by someone who studied molecular and cell biology at UC Berkeley and trained under the very pioneers who made CRISPR possible — including Nobel Laureate Dr. Jennifer Doudna. Now, as a medical doctor in training, I’ve seen firsthand how gene editing is upending not just medicine, but entire fields of science, from drug design to biodiversity conservation to high-speed computing. Novo Code was born from that front-row seat — a way to make the wonder and urgency of this moment feel tangible in your hands.

Whether you’re a science enthusiast or just looking to spark a more meaningful game night, Novo Code delivers a rush of intensity and discovery. It’s fast to learn, easy to print, and surprisingly deep. You’ll race against friends to unlock genetic technologies, defend your research from disruption, and build your own scientific legacy — all in under 15 minutes. But don’t be surprised if the conversations last much longer.

This print-and-play set includes everything you need: six full-color double-sided card sheets, a custom tuck box template, a step-by-step visual print guide, and a fold-out instruction card. The files are designed for standard U.S. Letter printing and optimized for high-quality matte cardstock. Once printed and trimmed, the game plays like a professional deck.

At its heart, Novo Code is more than a game. It’s a catalyst. I created it to excite people — not just about science, but about the power we now have to shape the world.