How many players is Era of Inventions?

Era of Inventions plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Era of Inventions take to play?

A game of Era of Inventions takes 90 min, at medium complexity (2.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Era of Inventions any good?

Era of Inventions rates 6.0/10 from 573 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a industry / manufacturing game built around worker placement.

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Era of Inventions (2010)

3–5 players · 90 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.0 on BGG

Players: 3–5
Play time: 90 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.0/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 12+ who like industry / manufacturing games — medium complexity, plays in 90 min.

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About Era of Inventions

From rules: Explore the lives and minds of Alexander Graham Bell, Karl Benz, the Wright brothers and other pioneers of invention and experience the thrill of the industrial revolution. Be there when the cash register, the sewing machine, the typewriter, the telephone, the gramophone, the photograph camera, the car, the steam engine and the plane are all invented again in Era of Inventions.

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Industry / Manufacturing

Mechanics: Worker Placement · Designer: Anthony Daamen

Players: 3P · 4P · 5P

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Era of Inventions FAQ

How many players is Era of Inventions?: Era of Inventions plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Era of Inventions take to play?: A game of Era of Inventions takes 90 min, at medium complexity (2.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Era of Inventions any good?: Era of Inventions rates 6.0/10 from 573 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a industry / manufacturing game built around worker placement.