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1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons (1986)

2–7 players · 180–360 min · age 14+ · ★ 7.9 on BGG

Players
2–7
Play time
180–360 min
Age
14+
Complexity
Medium-heavy
BGG rating
7.9/10

Best for 2–7 players aged 14+ who like economic games — medium-heavy complexity, plays in 180–360 min.

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1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons board game box cover

About 1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons

A classic game of managing railroads and investing wisely.

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Mechanics: Auction/Bidding, Investment, Market, Network and Route Building, Ownership, Stock Holding · Designer: Francis Tresham

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1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons FAQ

How many players is 1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons?
1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons plays with 2–7 players, ages 14 and up.
How long does 1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons take to play?
A game of 1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons takes 180–360 min, at medium-heavy complexity (4.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is 1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons any good?
1830 The Game of Railroads and Robber Barons rates 7.9/10 from 4,801 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / trains game built around auction/bidding, investment, market.