About Time
- Designer Joe Gill , Matt Gould (I) , Iain McGill , Michele Rosaus
- Publisher Californian Products , Circa Circa
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In About Time, teams compete to guess the year of historic events as accurately as possible. The game features rounds where the first resembles Trivial Pursuit, while the second introduces time cards that add tactical powers like point stealing. Players roll dice to move their characters around a board in a race to the center, blending knowledge and dice mechanics.
Who Is This Game For?
About Time targets families and casual gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy history and trivia. With a playtime around 90 minutes, it suits an engaging game night. Prior experience with trivia games is helpful but not required.
How It Works
The game combines dice rolling and team-based play. Teams answer questions about historical dates, earning points for close guesses. Successful answers allow dice rolls to advance on the board. Time cards modify gameplay by granting special abilities, adding strategic depth in the second round.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Michele Rosaus, About Time merges classic trivia with innovative mechanics like time cards and a magnetic category selector. First released in 2007 at the Spiel fair, its mix of team and dice elements sets it apart from typical trivia games.
Pro
- Combination of trivia and dice mechanics
- Team play encourages social interaction
- Time cards add tactical depth
- Board race to the center
Contra
- No solo mode available
- 90-minute playtime requires patience
- Challenging for players under 14
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game centers on historical events and their chronological placement, framed within a knowledge-based board race to the center.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on estimating dates accurately and use time cards strategically to support your team.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, About Time is designed for 2 to 8 players and does not have a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game of About Time takes about 90 minutes including setup and rounds.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic familiarity with trivia and knowledge games helps but is not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
About Time combines trivia with dice rolling and team mechanics plus time cards, differentiating it from classic trivia games.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for ages 14 and up, it suits families with older children and teens.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling and Team-Based Game mechanics with time cards adds variety and strategy.
Fazit
Recommended for players who enjoy history trivia with dice and team mechanics and can invest about 90 minutes. Less suitable for solo play or very short gaming sessions.
