# Chrononauts ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2000 - **BGG Rating**: 6.2 - **BGG Rank**: #3639 - **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 1.85 / 5 - **Designers**: Andrew Looney - **Artists**: Alison Frane, Derek Ring - **Publishers**: Looney Labs - **Categories**: Card Game, Educational, Political, Science Fiction - **Mechanics**: Contracts, Hand Management, Modular Board, Race, Solo / Solitaire Game, Sudden Death Ending, Tags, Variable Set-up ## Verdict If you love time‑travel shenanigans, Chrononauts serves them up with a snappy card‑play vibe.Engaging hand managementTime‑travel themeQuick playtimeSolo mode availableInitial learning curveLanguage‑dependent componentsSimple componentsRECOMMENDED ## Description Chrononauts casts each player as a time‑traveler with a secret identity and a hidden mission. On your turn you jump forward or backward along a timeline using cards that depict events, inventions, or disasters. Your goal is to fulfill your mission—whether it’s preventing famous assassinations, saving priceless artworks, or restoring an original reality—and then return to your starting point before the chronometer runs out. The cards are laid out in four 8‑row grids, creating a modular board that reshuffles each game, boosting replay value. You’ll manage your hand, decide when to cash in contracts for bonuses or penalties, and watch the tags that mark eras or event types. The game moves quickly, reminiscent of Fluxx, and ends abruptly when someone completes their mission or the event deck is depleted. A solo mode pits you against a preset challenge system. Despite its sci‑fi and alternate‑history theme, the rules are light (weight 1.85) and a round typically lasts 30‑40 minutes, perfect for 1‑6 players. If you love mixing strategy with paradox‑filled time‑travel shenanigans, Chrononauts offers an educational, political, and historically twisty experience. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 1 to 6 players, including a solo mode. ### What’s the typical playtime? Around 30‑40 minutes, varying with player count. ### How complex is the game? Light to moderate (weight 1.85), easy to pick up with strategic depth. ### What components are included? Cards arranged in four 8‑row grids, tag markers, contracts, and a paper modular board. ### Do I need to know English? The original cards are in English; a translation sheet or fan‑made translation is recommended for non‑English speakers. ### Is there a digital version? Yes, a VASSAL implementation exists for online play. ### Who will enjoy this game? Fans of sci‑fi, alternate history, and fast‑paced card games who like light strategy. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=149513&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 19.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=937435&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.00 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4808085&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.00 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7064917&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 21.07 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6804555&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 21.11 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4533123&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 24.73 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6788766&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 30.33 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5932693&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/64/chrononauts?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com