Metromania

Published 2006

Metromania is a game of placement and connection which allows 2 to 4 players to build a subway network between different cities. Each player builds 2 different subway lines, trying to go through the city and connect important places of housing, work, and leisures. After a construction phase, trip-tests verify the best and quickest lines. The mechanism is easy: during his turn, a player puts 3 line counters on the board. If his line meets another line, a station is built where the two connect. The subway network is developed through this process. Because the grid on the board and the line counters are triangular, players have some real placement questions. The game is very interactive, with players sometimes trying to cooperate and sometimes trying to stop other lines. They also choose, during the construction phase, the start and the end of the final trip-tests. But it's never the same player who places both start and end, so a player must anticipate and guess carefully.

Mechanics

Modular Board Network and Route Building Route/Network Building Tile Placement

Categories

Trains Transportation

Designers

Jean-Michel Maman

Publishers

Spiel-ou-Face
Metromania

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
45 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.45/5
Year
2006
BGG Rating
5.79
BGG Rank
#16534
Min Age
9+

Frequently Asked Questions

Metromania supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Metromania takes about 45 minutes.
Metromania has a complexity rating of 2.45/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Metromania is 9+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Metromania has a rating of 5.79/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 312 ratings. It is ranked #16534 overall.
Metromania was designed by Jean-Michel Maman. It was published in 2006.