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darkonion · 12-01-2014, 05:48 PM

Dennis, my friend, and I gave Trains a try this past weekend. More information about the game can be found here:

http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/121408/trains

In brief, the game revolves around creating a train network monopoly in Japan. The game is kind of a cross between Dominion and Ticket to Ride. There's two parts to the game. Each player has a "deck" which allows them to generate income or perform certain actions. The players can add to the deck by using the currency that is generated each turn from the deck they draw from. From there, players lay down tracks, build stations, etc., in order the monopolizing the board. As players lay down tracks and stations, they gain victory points. Players with the most victory points at the end wins.

My thoughts on the game: I love it. The game play was interesting. The game integrated two parts (deck building and game board) of very well. I thought the game to be more toward the complex side. It may be a little difficult to pick up, and the game tends to play a little long, but otherwise very enjoyable. I think this game would be most appreciated by someone who enjoys deeper games or someone who likes to formulate and execute strategies.

I'll let Dennis chime in and have him share his thoughts.

12-01-2014, 05:48 PM	#2
darkonion Habitual Troublemaker Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: 1997 Subaru Impreza, 2014 BRZ Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 513 Thanks: 24 Thanked 124 Times in 98 Posts Mentioned: 13 Post(s)	Dennis, my friend, and I gave Trains a try this past weekend. More information about the game can be found here: http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/121408/trains In brief, the game revolves around creating a train network monopoly in Japan. The game is kind of a cross between Dominion and Ticket to Ride. There's two parts to the game. Each player has a "deck" which allows them to generate income or perform certain actions. The players can add to the deck by using the currency that is generated each turn from the deck they draw from. From there, players lay down tracks, build stations, etc., in order the monopolizing the board. As players lay down tracks and stations, they gain victory points. Players with the most victory points at the end wins. My thoughts on the game: I love it. The game play was interesting. The game integrated two parts (deck building and game board) of very well. I thought the game to be more toward the complex side. It may be a little difficult to pick up, and the game tends to play a little long, but otherwise very enjoyable. I think this game would be most appreciated by someone who enjoys deeper games or someone who likes to formulate and execute strategies. I'll let Dennis chime in and have him share his thoughts.