1846
The Race for the Midwest
A board game by Thomas Lehmann
Only a small amount of text on components is needed during play.
3 - 5 Players 120 - 240 minutes High
Victory Points as a Resource, Tile Placement, Network and Route Building, Hexagon Grid, Ownership, Market, Investment, Stock Holding
Economic, Trains
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Description
Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with 1846: The Race for the Midwest, a game that challenges 3 to 5 players to build and manage their own rail empire. Set in the Midwestern United States, this economic strategy game is all about investing in the right companies, building networks, and collecting dividends. With a playtime of 120 to 240 minutes, you'll need to be prepared to think strategically and make tough decisions to come out on top. As you navigate the complex world of 19th-century railroads, you'll need to balance your finances, manage your stock portfolio, and outmaneuver your opponents to achieve victory. With its unique blend of investment, market, and route-building mechanics, 1846 offers a fun and challenging experience for fans of economic games and trains. Will you be the one to dominate the Midwest and emerge victorious, or will your opponents outsmart you and claim the top spot?
Expansions
18 Milwaukee
2 - 6 Players
120 - 240 minutes
High
18 Grand Junction
2 - 5 Players
0 minutes
Unknown
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