Overview
At a glance
Is this game right for my group?
ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.
Harder to teach
High replayability
Highly interactive
Scales well
Deep strategy
How it plays
How does it play?
From the publisher: It's post time and the thrills of thoroughbred horse racing await you in this exciting game of chance and strategy. Move your cast metal marker, a jockey atop hi steed, by throwing the die or playing a card.
Core mechanisms
Key systems that shape the decisions players make.
Action Points
Spend a limited allowance of points across several possible actions each turn.
Betting and Bluffing
Risk resources on uncertain outcomes while disguising intentions or information.
Dice Rolling
Roll dice to introduce uncertainty into actions, production, movement, or resolution.
Hand Management
Time and sequence a limited hand of cards to preserve future options.
Variable Player Powers
Each player has different abilities, restrictions, or strategic advantages.
Roll-and-Move
Roll dice or spin a dial to determine how far a piece moves.
Read the full game description
From the publisher: It's post time and the thrills of thoroughbred horse racing await you in this exciting game of chance and strategy. Move your cast metal marker, a jockey atop hi steed, by throwing the die or playing a card. Decide when to make your move, or whether to use your whip to urge your horse to the head of the pack. The attractive wooden case unfolds to become a racetrack, complete with varying conditions that could cost you the race. Advanced rules allow for specific racing styles, handicapping and wagering. No matter if you win, place or show, Old Century Stretch Run is fun for the whole family.