Family Game Night, Reinvented
The history sorting game that's always ready, never runs out, and fits in your pocket.
The Board Game Problem
If your family loves Timeline or Chronology, you know the drill. You buy a set, play it a dozen times, memorize the cards, and it sits on the shelf. The game is fun — but the content runs out.
Sorting History fixes that. Over 1,200 historical events at launch, with new ones added every month. No cards to lose, no box to dig out, no table to clear. Open the app and you're playing in seconds.
Two Ways to Play Together
Pass & Play — One Device
Hand the phone or iPad around the table. Up to 8 players split into teams with custom names. Everyone takes turns placing events on the timeline. Perfect for dinner tables, road trips, waiting rooms, and anywhere you've got a few minutes.
Network Play — Everyone on Their Own Device
Connect multiple iPhones and iPads over your home WiFi. Each player uses their own screen with synchronized scoring and turn order. No more crowding around one device. Great for families where everyone has their own phone or tablet.
Network Play is free for all players — no subscription required.
Fun for Every Age
Friendly mode removes all penalties. Younger players earn points for correct answers and never lose points for mistakes. They can focus on learning and having fun without the stress of getting things wrong.
Every event comes with a short explanation after you place it. Kids don't just play — they learn why the printing press mattered, when the first Olympics happened, and how ancient civilizations rose and fell. Turn screen time into learning time.
No violence, no mature content. Every event is age-appropriate and historically verified.
Content That Never Gets Old
A board game has a fixed deck. After a few rounds, you've seen everything. Sorting History launches with over 1,200 events across 12 categories — and it keeps growing.
- 12 categories at launch: US History, European History, World Wars, Ancient Civilizations, Scientific Discoveries, Music & Entertainment, Sports History, TV History, Food & Drink, Women's History, Portuguese History, German History
- Two new categories planned every month — one chosen by community vote, one by the Sorting History team
- New events planned monthly for existing categories — your favorite categories keep growing
Works in Classrooms Too
Teachers use Network Play to run history competitions. Pick categories that match your curriculum, set the game length to fit your class period, and connect student devices over school WiFi. Students learn chronological thinking while competing with their classmates.
Questions from Families
Is this a good alternative to Timeline or Chronology?
If your family loves putting historical events in order, Sorting History is the digital version you've been waiting for. No cards to lose, no fixed deck to memorize. Over 1,200 events at launch with new ones added every month. Set up takes seconds, and you can play on one device or connect everyone over WiFi.
Is it safe for kids?
Yes. Friendly scoring mode removes penalties for wrong answers. Every event includes a short historical explanation. No violence, no mature content — designed for all ages.
Do we need multiple subscriptions for family play?
Pass & Play on one device uses one account. For Network Play, each device needs the app installed, but the free tier works for multiplayer — no subscription required to play together over WiFi.
Can my kids play solo too?
Absolutely. Solo Adventure mode lets each player progress at their own pace, earn ranks from F to S+, and track their mastery across categories. Plus there's a Daily Challenge every day — a quick 4-event puzzle that takes under 5 minutes.
Ready for Family Game Night?
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