# Timeline: Science & Discoveries

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2011
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #2068
- **Players**: 2-8 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.16 / 5
- **Designers**: Frédéric Henry
- **Artists**: Nicolas Fructus, Xavier Collette
- **Publishers**: asmodee, Asterion Press, Gémklub, Hazgaard Editions, Korea Boardgames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Rexhry
- **Categories**: Card Game, Educational, Trivia
- **Mechanics**: Ordering

## Verdict
If you enjoy a fast, brain‑teasing history challenge, Timeline: Discoveries offers fun in just 15 minutes.Simple, quick rulesLight learning elementMixable with other Timeline setsSturdy tin boxRequires some prior knowledgeFocused on scientific facts onlyLacks deep strategyRECOMMENDED

## Description
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.

## FAQ
### 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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