Age of Steam Expansion

Description

If you're a fan of the Age of Steam series, get ready to dive into two new and exciting expansions: Holland and Madagascar. Released in 2009, these expansions offer a fresh twist on the classic game, introducing new mechanics and challenges to test your skills. In Holland, you'll encounter the famous polder hexes, which add a new layer of strategy to the game. The catch is that you can't build on these hexes until the mid-game, and to make things even more interesting, yellow cities are surrounded by them, forcing you to think carefully about your next move. In Madagascar, the game takes a dramatic turn, where players must bid on negative actions instead of the usual positive ones. This unique mechanism adds a new level of complexity and unpredictability to the game, requiring you to adapt and adjust your strategy on the fly. The Madagascar expansion also introduces a new goods display, which further enhances the gameplay experience. With these new expansions, you'll need to navigate the challenges of building railroad networks and delivering goods in a whole new way, using mechanisms like network and route building, pick-up and deliver, and tile placement to outmaneuver your opponents. While the game rules may take some time to learn, the payoff is well worth the effort. With a playtime of around 60 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the world of Age of Steam and explore the new possibilities offered by the Holland and Madagascar expansions. As an expansion for the base game, these new additions are designed to breathe fresh life into the series, and with the expertise of game designer Alban Viard behind them, you can expect a challenging and rewarding experience that will keep you coming back for more.

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