Ransom
- Players: 2–6 players
- Play time: 45 min
- BGG rating: 6.6
About Ransom
This game comes inside what looks like a video tape case, which is definitely odd for a board game. Inside the package are cards for properties on Manhattan island, workers, building materials, and building contracts. Each turn, players turn over a card and either purchase it outright or auction it to the group. But when the contracts get bought, players will need to negotiate a deal, because it's very difficult to build a decent sized building on your own. The deal making is vicious and cutthroat, ergo the name. The 1995 edition features rules in English, Japanese, German, Spanish and French (see the Tidwell review).
- Released
- 1994
- Designer
- Philip O'Neill
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 3, 4, 5 or 6 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Ransom?
Ransom plays with 2–6 players.
What is the best player count for Ransom?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Ransom is best with 3, 4, 5 or 6 players (3 votes).
How long does Ransom take to play?
A game of Ransom takes 45 min.
What age is Ransom for?
The recommended minimum age for Ransom is 12+.
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