1856: Railroading in Upper Canada from 1856
3–6 players • Mayfair Games • 1995
- Publisher
- Mayfair Games
- First published
- 1995
- Players
- 3–6 players
How it plays
1856: Railroading in Upper Canada from 1856 plays 3–6 players.
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Where it came from
1856: Railroading in Upper Canada was designed by Glenn Drover and published by Mayfair Games in 1995. As part of the highly regarded 18xx series of railway board games, it focused on the economic development and stock market dynamics of 19th-century Ontario. The game built upon the foundational mechanics established by Francis Tresham’s 1829, utilizing a complex system of share dealing, corporate treasury management, and track construction that prioritized long-term financial planning over simple spatial movement.
The design sought to capture the historical volatility of the era's rail industry, challenging players to navigate the specific topography and economic constraints of Upper Canada. Upon its release, it was received as a technically demanding addition to the series, appealing to dedicated hobbyists who appreciated its deep strategy and mathematical rigor. The game remains a notable entry in the genre, valued for its commitment to historical context and its unforgiving approach to capital management.
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1856: Railroading in Upper Canada from 1856 is published by Mayfair Games. The catalog gives its publication year as 1995.
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