1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire
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Published 2006
1861 is an 18xx variant set in Russia. 1861's defining characteristics include: 16 minor companies that are put up for auction during stock rounds, minors having the opportunity to merge or convert in to major corporations, and a non-player controlled government railway.
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Game Info
- Players
- 3-6 Players
- Time
- 6 hours
- Weight
- Medium-Heavy — 4.21/5
- Year
- 2006
- BGG Rating
- 7.42
- BGG Rank
- #3639
- Min Age
- 12+
Frequently Asked Questions
1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire supports 3 to 6 players.
A typical game of 1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire takes about 360 minutes.
1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire has a complexity rating of 4.21/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Heavy' category. It is a complex game best suited for experienced board gamers.
The recommended minimum age for 1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire is 12+.
1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire has a rating of 7.42/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 662 ratings. It is ranked #3639 overall.
1861: The Railways of the Russian Empire was designed by Ian D. Wilson. It was published in 2006.