Railway Boom

Railway Boom

  • Players: 2–5 players
  • Play time: 60–150 min
  • BGG rating: 7.2

About Railway Boom

Players take on the role of one of the great industrialists of the Meiji, Taishō and Shōwa eras. To gain fame, you’ll need to manage 4 types of Resources. Spend Money to build lots of rail lines Use your Materials to gain better trains Invest Science in acquiring useful development cards Maintain your trains with Coal to prevent them from falling into disrepair. Plan your actions with this in mind and strive to become the best railway company! —description from the designer

Released
2022
Designer
Hisashi Hayashi
Age
14+
Best with
2 or 4 players (BGG community)

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Railway Boom FAQ

How many players can play Railway Boom?

Railway Boom plays with 2–5 players.

What is the best player count for Railway Boom?

BoardGameGeek community voters say Railway Boom is best with 2 or 4 players (9 votes).

How long does Railway Boom take to play?

A game of Railway Boom takes 60–150 min.

What age is Railway Boom for?

The recommended minimum age for Railway Boom is 14+.

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