18NewEngland
- Designer Scott Petersen
- Publisher All-Aboard Games
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In 18NewEngland, players explore the historic railroads of southern New England, from Massachusetts to New York City. Companies are selected via draft and capitalized at par prices without auctions. You build rail networks using tile placement and navigate stock markets to grow your companies strategically.
Who Is This Game For?
This is an expert-level game for players who enjoy deep economic strategy and long play sessions around 240 minutes. It requires experience with complex train and economic games and is not suited for casual or family play.
How It Works
Players draft railroad companies and capitalize them at fixed par prices. Using tile placement, they build routes and networks. Stock holding influences company growth, while the draft system replaces auctions found in other 18xx games, creating a unique strategic dynamic.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Scott Petersen in 2018, 18NewEngland stands out in the 18xx series by eliminating auctions in favor of a draft mechanism. This changes the typical economic engine-building found in similar train games.
Pro
- Deep economic strategy
- Unique draft mechanism instead of auctions
- Complex network and route building
- Part of the established 18xx series
Contra
- Long playtime around 240 minutes
- Designed for experienced players
- No solo mode included
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in southern New England, covering Massachusetts to New York City, focusing on historical railroads like New York, New Haven and Hartford, and Boston and Maine.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding the network and stock mechanics before trying advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, 18NewEngland is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 240 minutes, requiring a significant time commitment.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with complex economic and train games is recommended due to the game's depth.
How does this compare to similar games?
18NewEngland replaces auctions with a draft system for company selection, making it unique within the 18xx series.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and length, it is not well suited for family play with younger players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The draft mechanism combined with network building and stock holding defines the gameplay.
Fazit
18NewEngland is recommended for fans of deep, complex railroad and economic games who can invest in lengthy sessions. It is less suitable for casual players.
