Steam

Build railways, haul goods, and outmaneuver rival networks

👥 3–6 playersapprox. 90 min🪄 Takes some learning12+
7.2 · BGG #347

Who it's for

Players who enjoy logistical puzzles and train themes. Best at 4-5 players who appreciate economic tension without excessive downtime.

Not for you if…

Skip if train games bore you or you prefer games with catch-up mechanics. Early mistakes compound quickly.

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Vibe's take

Tight, calculated, competitive, rewarding

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About this game

Martin Wallace's refined take on railway building where players lay track, upgrade locomotives, and deliver goods across a network. Tight resource management and route planning create constant tension as you balance building infrastructure with actually using it.

Train gameNetwork buildingMartin WallaceRoute planning

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 3–5

Duration

90 min

Ages 12+

Complexity

3.5 / 5 — Medium

BGG Rating

7.2/10

Rank #347

11k ratings

Published

2009

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