
Age of Steam Expansion
Beer & Pretzels
A game by Ted Alspach, Ted Alspach
3 - 6 Players 90 minutes Medium
Auction/Bidding, Commodity Speculation, Network and Route Building, Pick-up and Deliver, Tile Placement
Trains, Transportation
Description
If you're looking for a unique twist on the classic train-themed board game experience, Age of Steam Expansion: Beer & Pretzels is definitely worth checking out. Designed by Ted Alspach, this 2009 expansion is all about simplicity and fun, stripping away the complexity of victory points and share tracks to focus on the pure thrill of building railroad routes and delivering goods. With no expenses to worry about and cash payouts for every successful delivery, the goal is easy to understand: whoever has the most money at the end of the game wins. This expansion is perfect for 3 to 6 players who want to dive into a fun, light-strategy game that won't overwhelm them with complicated rules or mechanics. The gameplay is straightforward, with a focus on auctioning, bidding, and commodity speculation, as well as network and route building, pick-up and deliver, and tile placement. Don't worry if you're not a hardcore train enthusiast or a seasoned board game pro - the normal complexity level of the game rules means that anyone familiar with board games can jump right in and start playing. With a playtime of around 90 minutes, you can easily fit a game into a evening with friends or family. As an expansion for the popular Age of Steam and Steam base games, Beer & Pretzels offers a refreshing change of pace from the usual train game experience. It's a great way to mix things up and try something new, and the fact that it's designed to be a more casual, accessible game makes it an excellent choice for gamers of all skill levels. So if you're looking for a fun, laid-back train game that's all about the joy of building and delivering, Age of Steam Expansion: Beer & Pretzels is the perfect choice.
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