18 India
At the dawn of the 19th century, the invention of the steam locomotive transformed ground transportation forever. From the purview of those looking to line their pockets, few places were... (read more)
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mixed, 67% of all reviews are favorable
Playtime
150 minutes
Published
2023
Age
14+
Publisher
GMT Games
Players
2 to 5 players
Designers
Anthony Fryer, John Harres, Michael Carter, and Nick Neylon
Playstyle
Involved
Game's Categories
Trains, Stock Holding, and GMT Games
Description
At the dawn of the 19th century, the invention of the steam locomotive transformed ground transportation forever. From the purview of those looking to line their pockets, few places were more enticing than India. Under the guise of proving a service to to help move goods and citizens more reliably across its vast interior, many investors, and the backing and guaranty of the British government, began expanding their iron influence across the country.
18 India sets out to capture this explosion of rail in India and puts you, the player, in the shoes of investors trying to make their fortunes by providing a much-needed transportation network connecting commodities with ports and providing passenger services from coast to coast.
18 India is inspired by 1829 Mainline by Francis Tresham, and while the venerable Mr. Tresham created some novel mechanics for that game, many of them are not ideal for players that eschew in-game randomness. In 18 India, those random elements are transformed into an amazing level of pre-game variability, which gives each session of the game a different character. Critically, 18 India causes players to think differently about 18XX standards such as train management and investments.
The mechanics include: track gauge changes, "Guaranty Companies", competition for commodity contracts, shares with exclusive rights to purchase, train trade-ins, a unique IPO display, and all track upgrades being available from the beginning of the game. Making each game of 18 India a fresh and engaging game experience for veteran and new rail barons alike.
Contents
- 1 Rulebook
- 1 Map Board
- 1 Train/Open Market Board
- 1 Round Marker
- 2369 Track Tiles
- 3 Guaranty Warrants
- 5 Player Money Mats
- 17 Company Randomization Cards
- 10 Royal Bond Certificates
- 11 Commodity Tokens
- 9 Commodity Concession Markers
- 12 Gauge Change Markers
- 6 Private Company Certificates
- 18 Company Charters
- 94 Company Tokens
- 163 Company Certificates
- 25 Train Cards
- 5 Turn Order Cards
- 10 Wooden Cubes
- Play Money
Mechanisms:• Stock Holding
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