Rio Grande Games Baltimore & Ohio Train Strategy Board Game, Ages 14+

BALTIMORE & OHIO - With a bright Peep from the whistle, a full Chuff from the pistons and a powerful Clank from the drivers, America’s first steam locomotive moves down the steel rails of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad in Baltimore in 1830. This strategic railroad game extends from the first of America’s railroads through the golden age of steam, where pioneering rail barons knit together the fledgling United States with iron roads, realizing the full power of the nation’s mighty heartland. Each player takes the roles of railroad presidents and their wealthy investors, betting that their capital gambles will pay off handsomely. Baltimore & Ohio is not a game of luck or chance, but a competitive struggle of wits, savvy and guile. With the resources at hand, should you focus on further expansion, technological breakthroughs or emerging markets? This modern classic has all the challenges faced by the empire building capitalists that created a superpower. The railroads in the game are: Baltimore & Ohio, Boston & Maine, Chesapeake & Ohio, Erie, Illinois Central, New York Central, New York, Chicago & Saint Louis (aka Nickel Plate), New York, New Haven & Hartford, Pennsylvania, Wabash

DOMINATE THE RAILWAYS: Embark on an adventure to 1830s Baltimore & Ohio as the first steam locomotives are being built and utilized. Use your savvy, guile, and wits to create your super power. INVEST IN THE RAILWAYS: In Baltimore & Ohio you will play as a railroad president, betting and hoping your gambles will pay off. B&O is not a game of luck or chance but a competitive struggle. DEVELOP YOUR STRATEGY: Baltimore & Ohio have many opportunities for a wealthy investor to stake their claim. Decide on either further expansion, technological breakthroughs or emerging markets to establish yourself. GOLDEN AGE OF STEAM: Transport back to 1830s Baltimore & Ohio as the steam engine industry is ramping up. Where pioneering rail barons knit together the fledgling United States with iron roads.STRATEGIC RAILWAY GAME: Baltimore & Ohio is perfect for 3-6 players and lasts between 90-120 minutes. Item #11039005