# 1822MX

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 8.1
- **BGG Rank**: #4786
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 240-360 min
- **Weight**: 4.24 / 5
- **Designers**: Scott Petersen
- **Artists**: Scott Petersen
- **Publishers**: All-Aboard Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Trains
- **Mechanics**: Network and Route Building, Stock Holding, Tile Placement

## Verdict
For those who love the controlled chaos of stock markets and trains. It's 18xx with a Mexican twist!Dynamic stock marketHigh replayability via auctionsIncredible strategic depthEngaging historical themeVery long playtimesSteep learning curveFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get your best suit ready and prepare your wallet, because we're traveling back to 19th-century Mexico! In 1822MX, you aren't just a train operator, but an elite investor trying to dominate the burgeoning railway industry of a growing nation. If you're a fan of the classic 18xx series, you'll feel right at home, but with a very different twist. This game draws inspiration from heavyweights like Francis Tresham's 1829 and Simon Cutforth's 1822, bringing all that deep market complexity we love.

The real game-changer here is the variety. Thanks to multiple auction rounds throughout the session, the order in which minor companies, private companies, and concessions appear is randomized. This ensures that the strategy that worked last time might not work this time, keeping the challenge constantly fresh. You'll need to decide whether to focus on building efficient routes to move cargo or to play the market by buying and selling shares to profit from company growth. It's a high-stakes game where network building meets stock market speculation. If you enjoy heavy games where every investment decision can shift your entire fortune, 1822MX is your next big tabletop challenge.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Prepare the coffee! Games can last anywhere from 4 to 6 hours, depending on player count and pace.

### How complex is the game?
It's a heavy game. Not for beginners; it requires constant attention to the market and routes.

### How many players can play?
The game is ideal for 3 to 5 players, ensuring a very intense economic competition.

### Do I need to know the 18xx series?
Not mandatory, but it helps immensely to understand the stock and railroad logic if you are already familiar.

### Is the game very luck-dependent?
The order of companies is randomized, but success depends on your skill in managing investments.