Board game, African Rails

African Rails


  A board game by Michael Mette

 2-6 Players   180 minutes   Low 

  Network and Route Building, Hexagon Grid, Pick-up and Deliver, Crayon Rail System

  Economic, Trains, Transportation, Print & Play

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Description

African Rails is a thrilling board game that takes you on a journey across the continent of Africa, where you'll build railroad networks and compete to deliver goods. Designed by Michael Mette, who also brought you German Rails, this game is part of the popular Empire Builder system by Mayfair Games. With its easy-to-learn rules, African Rails is perfect for a group of 2 to 6 players looking for a fun and challenging experience that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their level of gaming expertise. As you play, you'll use the Crayon Rail System to build your railroad empire, navigating the hexagon grid to create the most efficient routes and outmaneuver your opponents. With a playtime of 180 minutes, African Rails is a game that will keep you engaged for hours, as you pick up and deliver goods across the continent. The game's economic and transportation themes add a layer of depth and strategy, making it a great choice for fans of trains and transportation games. Published in 2007, African Rails has become a beloved game among board game enthusiasts, and its print-and-play format makes it easy to get started and begin building your African railroad empire.

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