1843
- Players: 2–6 players
- Play time: 360 min
- BGG rating: 7.1
About 1843
1843 aka 18FR-RCE, more familiarly known as 18Fried Rice, is an 18xx re-envisioning of 18FR. Significant differences include a ninth company, an extended train roster, a slew of map changes, an additional private company with a new power and tweaks to the other privates, changes to the track-tile manifest, etc. However this remains a fast train-rush game. Trains are expensive and they move quickly even when player companies aren't buying them...and players will be buying non-permanent trains out of pocket... The primary goals of 1843 were to reduce the bankruptcy rate to well below 50% of games (versus the near 100% rate of 1830 and 18FR when played aggressively) while also providing for a volatile and dynamic game with good texture and more interesting train and track management sub-games (especially in the late game).
- Released
- 2011
- Designer
- J. C. Lawrence
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 4, 5 or 6 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play 1843?
1843 plays with 2–6 players.
What is the best player count for 1843?
BoardGameGeek community voters say 1843 is best with 4, 5 or 6 players (1 vote).
How long does 1843 take to play?
A game of 1843 takes 360 min.
What age is 1843 for?
The recommended minimum age for 1843 is 12+.
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