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American Rails

In American Rails, players assume the role of a wealthy capitalist managing a portfolio of stocks and bonds in six fictional railroad companies. Through ruthless negotiation and rigorous planning, these... (read more)

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Reviews

mostly positive, 71% of all reviews are favorable

Playtime

90 minutes

Published

2019

Age

14+

Publisher

Capstone Games

Players

3 to 5 players

Designer

Tim Harrison

Playstyle

Involved

Game's Categories

Trains, Network and Route Building, Economic, Strategy Game, Stock Holding, Transportation, and Auction/Bidding

American Rails

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Description

In American Rails, players assume the role of a wealthy capitalist managing a portfolio of stocks and bonds in six fictional railroad companies. Through ruthless negotiation and rigorous planning, these enterprising railroad barons struggle to increase the value of their holdings and reap the profits.

Includes English, German, French and Dutch rules.

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Strategy Game

Themes

Mechanics

Publishers

Capstone Games
Quined Games
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Designer

Tim Harrison

Artists

Alexandre Roche
Tim Harrison

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