1861 & 1867: 19th Century Railways In Canada & Russia

Manufacturer:

Capstone Games

It is the middle of the nineteenth century and the age of steam is well underway. The Russian and Canadian governments, eager to capitalize on the new rail technology to bring together their vast countries, are sponsoring entrepreneurs to help build their railway networks. You are an investor, seeking to take advantage of their generous offer to make your fortune. However, your governments are not as benevolent as you first thought. They have begun to absorb fledgling rail companies, taking them away from those who worked so hard to build them by regulating impossible standards for new technology. You will have to remain diligent to ensure you are not next.

18xx is a system inspired by Francis Tresham’s 1829 – a game originally published in 1974 about investing in and operating railroad companies. The system offers interactive gameplay with minimal random elements, leading to a fulfilling competitive experience. The 18xx system has been used in hundreds of games that alter both rules and geographical setting to create vastly dfferent play experiences.

This box contains 2 games: 1861: Railways of the Russian Empire and 1867: Railways of Canada.

Contents:

Ages: 14+
Players: 3-6 players
Game Length: 180-360 minutes

Note: Published by Grand Trunk Games; distributed by Capstone Games.