Poseidon
- Players: 2–5 players
- Play time: 90–120 min
- BGG rating: 7.0
About Poseidon
Two to five players act as leaders of different peoples and command them to explore, send out fleets, build trading posts, and generate the highest possible profit. Poseidon contains most of the basics of 18xx games and due to the relatively short running time of two hours is as suitable for 18xx-newbies who want to explore this wonderful world as it is for experienced train gamers. The 18xx basics included are: 1) Instead of running a corporation, players control a country/people 2) The goal of the game is personal wealth, the wealthiest player at game end is the winner 3) Players create trade routes similar to railway lines in 18xx games 4) Trains are replaced with common modes of transportation at the time (i.e. ships) with varying types 5) 18xx type stations are replaced with trading posts Game Contents: game board, eight "possession sheets", play money, lots of wood pieces, cards, 1 rule book
- Released
- 2010
- Designers
- Helmut Ohley, Leonhard "Lonny" Orgler
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 4 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Poseidon?
Poseidon plays with 2–5 players.
What is the best player count for Poseidon?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Poseidon is best with 4 players (21 votes).
How long does Poseidon take to play?
A game of Poseidon takes 90–120 min.
What age is Poseidon for?
The recommended minimum age for Poseidon is 12+.
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