1849
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Published 1998
Although dubbed a game-kit, this 18xx offering is of top-notch quality. Lay your track lines and purchase your shares within the entire island of Sicily (1849 to 1922). A more easily managed and quicker game of its type, but with a few different nuances.
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Game Info
- Players
- 3-5 Players
- Time
- 3 hours
- Weight
- Medium-Heavy — 4.17/5
- Year
- 1998
- BGG Rating
- 8.08
- BGG Rank
- #1820
- Min Age
- 14+
Frequently Asked Questions
1849 supports 3 to 5 players.
A typical game of 1849 takes about 180 minutes.
1849 has a complexity rating of 4.17/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Heavy' category. It is a complex game best suited for experienced board gamers.
The recommended minimum age for 1849 is 14+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
1849 has a rating of 8.08/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 1,027 ratings. It is ranked #1820 overall.
1849 was designed by Chris Lawson, Federico Vellani. It was published in 1998.