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2018BGG rank #6,414

1828

by J. C. Lawrence · (Web published)

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Players3–5
Time210–420m
ComplexityHeavy
Age16+

About the game

What is 1828?

Design-wise, think of 1828 as 1830 with 16 companies, 7 ranks of trains, 4 rusting events, money- and asset-losing mergers & an even more perilous stock market in 3-5 hours. So, really not much like 1830 at all other than surface appearances. Designed on request by a friend for a game that would help teach second-order concepts in the 18xx. —description from the designer

How it plays

Mechanics

Auction / BiddingNetwork and Route BuildingStock HoldingTile Placement

On the shelf

Categories

EconomicTrainsTransportation

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