Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy a fast, brain‑teasing history challenge, Timeline: Discoveries offers fun in just 15 minutes.
Highlights
- Simple, quick rules
- Light learning element
- Mixable with other Timeline sets
- Sturdy tin box
Keep in mind
- Requires some prior knowledge
- Focused on scientific facts only
- Lacks deep strategy
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Timeline: Discoveries is a lightweight card game that spreads 110 discovery cards on the table and challenges you to build a correct chronological line. Each card shows an invention or scientific breakthrough on both sides, but only one side displays the year. On your turn you pick a card from your hand, place it in the line and reveal the date. If the date fits between the already‑played cards, the card stays; otherwise it is removed, and you draw a new one. The goal is straightforward: be the first to empty your hand by correctly placing all your cards. If several players finish in the same round, they each get one extra card and play a bonus round until only one player has no cards left. A typical game lasts about 15 minutes, supports 2–8 players, and has a low weight (1.2/5), making it perfect for quick sessions or as a warm‑up. Besides being fun, it works as an educational tool, as each card carries a historical‑scientific fact that can spark conversation. The components come in a sturdy metal tin, protecting the cards and giving it a collector’s feel. All Timeline editions are compatible, so you can mix cards from "General Interest", "Inventions" or "Music & Cinema" to create a mega‑timeline. In short, it’s an ordering game that blends trivia, learning, and social interaction, ideal for families, parties, or friends who enjoy a light mental challenge.
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
asmodee, Asterion Press, Gémklub, Hazgaard Editions, Korea Boardgames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Rexhry
Designer
Frédéric Henry
Artist
Nicolas Fructus, Xavier Collette
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
8,142owners
447wishlist
100want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
It supports 2 to 8 players, making it great for both small and large groups.
How long does a game take?
Approximately 15 minutes, often even quicker if someone empties their hand fast.
What is the game's complexity?
Very low, with a weight of 1.2/5; you just need to grasp the ordering mechanic.
What components are included?
110 discovery cards, a rulebook, and a sturdy metal tin for storage.
Who is the game best suited for?
Families, casual gamers, trivia lovers, and anyone who wants to learn scientific facts in a fun way.
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