18España
- Designer Leonhard "Lonny" Orgler , Enrique Trigueros
- Publisher Lonny Games
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In 18España, you take on the role of railway investors in historic Spain, buying and selling shares of railway companies. Majority shareholders become directors, managing track laying, routes, earnings, and train purchases. The game features variable setups, two maps with different track gauges, and ends when the most powerful trains are in play. The richest player wins after a series of stock and operating rounds.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at experienced players who enjoy deep economic and railway games, suitable for 2 to 6 players aged 12 and up. With a playtime of around four hours, it requires patience and prior knowledge of complex gameplay.
How It Works
18España combines Network and Route Building, Stock Holding, and Tile Placement mechanics. Players buy shares to control railway companies, operate them by laying track and running routes, and manage earnings to purchase trains. Gameplay cycles through stock rounds and operating rounds until the strongest trains appear, determining the winner by overall wealth.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Leonhard "Lonny" Orgler and Enrique Trigueros, 18España is part of the 18xx series inspired by Francis Tresham’s original mechanics. It stands out with historical accuracy, variable randomized setups, and two maps differentiating broad and narrow gauge tracks, offering a deep economic simulation without awards yet.
Pro
- Historically accurate economic railway simulation
- Variable setups ensure diverse gameplay
- Combination of stock trading and route building
- Part of the well-known 18xx series
Contra
- Long playtime around 240 minutes
- High complexity requires prior experience
- Not suitable for families or casual gamers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in historic Spain featuring two maps with broad and narrow gauge tracks, mountain passes, mines, and the challenges of the Spanish railway network.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding the core mechanics of stock trading and track building before exploring advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, 18España is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 240 minutes, or roughly four hours, requiring a long gaming session.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is complex and best suited for experienced players familiar with economic and railway games.
How does this compare to similar games?
18España stands out due to its historical accuracy, dual maps with different gauges, and variable setups within the 18xx series.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is better suited for experienced players aged 12 and above rather than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Network and Route Building, Stock Holding, and Tile Placement provides a rich economic simulation.
Fazit
18España is a complex and historically themed railway game for experienced players who enjoy long, strategic economic gameplay. It is recommended if you appreciate 18xx mechanics and have time for in-depth sessions.
