Brass: Birmingham
Industrial revolution strategy — build, connect, dominate.
Who it's for
Strategy enthusiasts who love economic tension and long-term planning.
Not for you if…
You want a relaxed experience or dislike games where one bad move can cost you.
Vibe's take
Tight, cutthroat, deeply satisfying.
About this game
Build your industrial empire across the canals and railways of Victorian England. Every loan feels dangerous, every connection feels earned, and the era shift midgame resets everything you thought was safe. Consistently ranked among the greatest strategy games ever designed — and it earns that spot.
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Mechanics
By the numbers
Players
Duration
60–120 min
Ages 14+
Complexity
3.9 / 5 — HeavyBGG Rating
8.4/10
Rank #1
57k ratings
Published
2018
Designed by
Gavan Brown, Martin Wallace, Matt Tolman
Published by
Conclave Editora, Roxley, Lord of Boards, White Goblin Games, CoolPlay, PHALANX, Maldito Games, Funforge, Gém Klub Kft., CMON Global Limited, CrowD Games, Rebel Sp. z o.o., BoardM Factory, Board Game Rookie, Giant Roc, Arclight Games, 盒拍工作室 Hepa Studio, Ghenos Games, Lanlalen, Dexker Games, TLAMA games
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