1862
Railway Mania in the Eastern Counties
A board game by Mike Hutton
1-8 Players 120-300 minutes Extreme
Victory Points as a Resource, Tile Placement, Network and Route Building, Solo / Solitaire Game, Auction/Bidding, Ownership, Market, Stock Holding
Economic, Trains
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Description
Get ready to experience the thrill of building railway empires in 1862: Railway Mania in the Eastern Counties. This game drops you into the world of 19th-century East Anglia, England, where you'll navigate a complex web of companies, stocks, and train routes. With 16 out of 20 companies randomly selected for each playthrough, no two games are ever the same. You'll need to petition parliament to get your preferred company off the ground, manage your finances through a mix of full and partial capitalization, and make strategic decisions about which train types to build. As you build your railway network, you'll encounter challenges like company mergers and re-floatation, all while keeping an eye on the semi-linear stock market. With its unique blend of auction, market, and route-building mechanics, 1862: Railway Mania in the Eastern Counties is a game that will keep you on your toes. Whether you're playing solo or with up to 7 friends, this game promises a fun and unpredictable ride.
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