String Railway
A board game by Hisashi Hayashi
No text on components is needed during play.
2-5 Players 30 minutes Simple
Modular Board, Network and Route Building
Territory Building, Trains
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Description
String Railway is a fun and unique train game that's easy to learn and plays quickly, with games lasting around 30 minutes. Designed by Hisashi Hayashi and first published in 2009, it's a great option for 2 to 5 players looking for a lighthearted and engaging experience. The game features a modular board, network and route building mechanics, and a simple ruleset that can be explained fast. Players compete to build their own train network by drawing and placing station tiles and connecting them with colored strings. The goal is to earn victory points by connecting stations, with the player having the most points declared the winner after five turns. With no necessary in-game text, it's a game that can be enjoyed by players of all languages, making it a great addition to any game collection.
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