Timeline

Visualise time

A companion app for the Timeline time visualisation products.

What's New in the Latest Version 1.1.0

Last updated on May 7, 2024

Features:
- Wake up functionality was introduced.

Timeline is a card game where players attempt to place historical events in chronological order. The game consists of 110 cards, each of which features a different historical event and a date. Players take turns placing cards on the timeline, and the first player to get rid of all their cards wins.

The game is simple to learn, but it can be challenging to master. Players must have a good knowledge of history, and they must be able to think strategically. The game can be played by 2-8 players, and it typically takes about 30 minutes to play.

Gameplay

The game begins with each player being dealt a hand of cards. The remaining cards are placed in a pile in the center of the table. On their turn, a player can either play a card from their hand onto the timeline or draw a card from the pile.

To play a card, the player must place it on the timeline in the correct chronological order. If the player is correct, the card stays on the timeline. If the player is incorrect, the card is discarded.

The first player to get rid of all their cards wins the game.

Strategy

There are a few different strategies that players can use to win Timeline. One strategy is to focus on playing cards that are close to the middle of the timeline. This gives the player more flexibility in case they make a mistake. Another strategy is to try to force other players to make mistakes by playing cards that are far apart on the timeline.

No matter which strategy you use, the most important thing is to have a good knowledge of history. The more you know about history, the better you will be at playing Timeline.

Variations

There are a few different variations of Timeline that can be played. One variation is called "Timeline: Inventions." This variation features cards that depict different inventions throughout history. Another variation is called "Timeline: Music." This variation features cards that depict different musical events throughout history.

Conclusion

Timeline is a fun and educational game that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The game is a great way to learn about history, and it can also help to improve your critical thinking skills.