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1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire (2006)

3–6 players · 180–360 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.6 on BGG

Players
3–6
Play time
180–360 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Heavy
BGG rating
7.6/10

Best for 3–6 players aged 12+ who like economic games — heavy complexity, plays in 180–360 min.

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About 1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire

1861 is an 18xx variant set in Russia. 1861's defining characteristics include: 16 minor companies that are put up for auction during stock rounds, minors having the opportunity to merge or convert in to major corporations, and a non-player controlled government railway.

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EconomicTrains

Mechanics: Auction/Bidding, Network and Route Building, Stock Holding, Tile Placement · Designer: Ian D. Wilson

Players: 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire FAQ

How many players is 1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire?
1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire plays with 3–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does 1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire take to play?
A game of 1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire takes 180–360 min, at heavy complexity (4.2/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is 1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire any good?
1861 The Railways of the Russian Empire rates 7.6/10 from 562 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / trains game built around auction/bidding, network and route building, stock holding.