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- 5.7
Raceway 57
- 2–5 players
- 30–60 min
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Stretch Run
2004
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- 2–6 players
- 30–60 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.2/5
For 2 players
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Stretch Run is a board game released in 2004 for 2–6 players, 30–60 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Steve Edmiston and Tom Phillips and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Roll / Spin and Move.
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About the game
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.
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- Front Porch Classics
Questions and answers
Stretch Run supports 2–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Stretch Run is 30–60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Stretch Run for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Stretch Run has a complexity rating of 1.2 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Stretch Run belongs to these categories: Animals, Racing, and Sports. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Roll / Spin and Move. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Stretch Run are: Steve Edmiston and Tom Phillips. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Stretch Run as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.