Pioneer Rails

A game by Jeffrey D. Allers, Matthew Dunstan

1 - 80 Players 30 - 45 minutes Low

Contracts, Line Drawing, Multi-Use Cards, Network and Route Building, Paper-and-Pencil

American West, Trains

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Description

In Pioneer Rails, you're a railroad owner looking to expand your empire across the American West. With easy-to-learn rules, you'll compete against other owners to plan your railway and connect establishments to satisfy local demands. This flip-and-write game combines strategy with a dash of luck, as you use poker cards to extend your tracks and build a poker hand simultaneously. As you connect to towns and surround features, you'll unlock bonuses and activate endgame scoring opportunities. With three common goals in play, you'll have incentives to build in different directions, adding a puzzling layer to the game. With playtime lasting 30 to 45 minutes, Pioneer Rails is a quick and engaging experience for 1 to 80 players, making it a great option for large groups or solo play.