Playing Anachrony involves several different elements that contribute to its intricate gameplay. At the start of the game, players select a faction and receive their headquarters board with various spaces for workers placement. They also have access to modules that provide unique abilities or resources throughout the game. Each round is divided into four phases: preparation, action drafting, resolution, and cleanup. During the action drafting phase, players take turns selecting an action tile from their personal player board, which represents an action they can perform such as collecting resources or building structures. These tiles also have certain requirements that need to be met in order for them to be used. Players strategically plan their actions while managing their resources effectively in order to gain victory points by completing objectives and contributing to the development of society.