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Shikoku 1889
Become a railbaron in this 18xx classic famous for being a great first 18xx.
In Shikoku 1889, you play the role of these entrepreneurs, starting and operating railways corporations to... (read more)
In Shikoku 1889, you play the role of these entrepreneurs, starting and operating railways corporations to... (read more)
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Check out the purchase option herePlaytime
90 minutes
Published
2023
Age
14+
Publisher
Grand Trunk Games
Players
2 to 6 players
Designer
Yasutaka Ikeda
Playstyle
Light
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Noble Knight GamesDescription
Become a railbaron in this 18xx classic famous for being a great first 18xx.
In Shikoku 1889, you play the role of these entrepreneurs, starting and operating railways corporations to build Shikoku's railway network with the hopes that you will have amassed more wealth than any of your competitors by the end of the railway revolution.
For nearly 2 decades, Shikoku 1889 has been considered to be the best introduction to the 18xx genre for its short playtime and simplicity to teach. Even though Shikoku 1889 is simple enough to be your first 18xx experience, it has an incredible depth that will take many plays to unpack.
What is 18xx?
18xx is a system inspired by Francis Tresham's 1829 - a game originally published in 1974 about investing in and operating railroad companies. The system offers interactive gameplay with minimal random elements, leading to a fulfilled competitive experience. The 18xx system has been used in hundreds of games that alter both rules and geographical setting to create vastly different play experiences.
A trip to Shikoku, Japan in 1899
This particular 18xx title is based in Shikoku, Japan. It is widely regarded as an excellent introductory 18xx title while also offering deep gameplay that keeps 18xx veterans coming back for more. While it will be relatively quick to learn, it will take many plays to master.
Components:
1 game board
1 rulebook
6 player aids
7 corporation charters
63 stock certificates
26 train cards
7 private company certificates
71 track tiles
276 sheets of paper money
29 railway company tokens
30 bidding wooden tokens
1 sticker sheet for tile trays
In Shikoku 1889, you play the role of these entrepreneurs, starting and operating railways corporations to build Shikoku's railway network with the hopes that you will have amassed more wealth than any of your competitors by the end of the railway revolution.
For nearly 2 decades, Shikoku 1889 has been considered to be the best introduction to the 18xx genre for its short playtime and simplicity to teach. Even though Shikoku 1889 is simple enough to be your first 18xx experience, it has an incredible depth that will take many plays to unpack.
What is 18xx?
18xx is a system inspired by Francis Tresham's 1829 - a game originally published in 1974 about investing in and operating railroad companies. The system offers interactive gameplay with minimal random elements, leading to a fulfilled competitive experience. The 18xx system has been used in hundreds of games that alter both rules and geographical setting to create vastly different play experiences.
A trip to Shikoku, Japan in 1899
This particular 18xx title is based in Shikoku, Japan. It is widely regarded as an excellent introductory 18xx title while also offering deep gameplay that keeps 18xx veterans coming back for more. While it will be relatively quick to learn, it will take many plays to master.
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