About
We think the order
you play a series
actually matters.
Canontrails was built for players who care about the story. We map every series timeline so your first playthrough is never the wrong one.
What we stand for
01
Accurate data
Every canonical order, DLC placement, and timeline note is sourced from IGDB and verified against community knowledge. If something's wrong, it gets fixed.
02
Built for fans
No ads, no trackers, no dark patterns. Canontrails is a love letter to the community — high-quality data for people who actually care about the games they play.
03
One job, done well
Help you figure out what to play next without forum-diving for order guides. We do that one thing and nothing else.
What we track
Every kind of entry, in the right place.
Not all games in a series are equal. We track the full spectrum — from mainline entries to the DLC you absolutely shouldn't miss.
Where the data comes from
IGDB
Game metadata
The Internet Game Database powers our series groupings, entry types, release dates, and cover art. It's the most comprehensive open game database available.
HowLongToBeat
Playtime data
Main story, extras, and completionist times for every entry — sourced from HowLongToBeat's community-averaged data so you know exactly what you're committing to.
Community
Canonical order
Play order recommendations are verified against fan wikis, community guides, and developer intent. When the community debates, we note it.
Why it matters
Video game franchises have become vast multiverses. Between prequels, spin-offs, and parallel timelines, it's easier than ever to get lost.
The first playthrough is sacred. Experiencing a series in the right order — whether that's release order or canonical order — can be the difference between a good game and a life-changing story.
Canontrails handles the research so you can focus on the gameplay.