1930: The Golden Age of Airlines

Rio Grande Games · Board game · 2023

2–6 · best 4 40–120 min Weight 3.7/5

100.0 rating Ludopedia

6.7 rating BGG

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100.0 rating Ludopedia

6.7 rating BGG

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If you enjoy the thrill of building an economic empire and love the theme of early aviation, this game is for you! Get ready to speculate and profit.

Highlights

Airline empire building
Speculation and profit
Classic aviation theme
Investment decisions

Keep in mind

Moderate language dependency
Initial learning curve
High indirect interaction

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare for takeoff into the Golden Age of Aviation with '1930: The Golden Age of Airlines'! In this game, you're not just a passenger, but the mastermind behind a rising airline company. Step into the shoes of a visionary investor, a shrewd promoter, or a determined president, with a single goal in mind: to profit from the skies! Your fortune will be built primarily through acquiring stock in the ten airlines vying for market dominance. These stocks are the key to wealth, generating cash in two ways: by paying out hefty dividends during the income phase and by appreciating in value throughout the game, becoming an increasingly valuable asset. The magnate who accumulates the greatest fortune in cash and stock by the end of the game will be crowned the king of aviation. It's an exciting race to build your aerial empire, where every investment decision counts and speculation is as important as the route charted. If you enjoy economic games with an engaging theme and a dash of calculated risk, '1930' will keep you hooked from start to finish. Get ready to manage routes, invest wisely, and watch your empire take flight (or crash, if luck doesn't smile!).

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Best player count

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2–6 players

2 REC

3 BEST

4 BEST

5 OK

6 OK

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Publisher Rio Grande Games

Designer Alex Sorbello

Artist Todd Sanders

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions

What is the main objective of the game?

The objective is to accumulate the maximum wealth possible in cash and airline stocks by the end of the game.

How many players can participate?

The game is for 2 to 6 players, and the experience can vary significantly depending on the number of participants.

Is the game very complicated to learn?

The BGG weight is 3.67, indicating intermediate complexity. It may take a few games to master all the nuances, but the basic rules are accessible.

Do I need to know English to play?

Yes, the game has moderate language dependency. It is recommended to have a translated spreadsheet or translated cards to facilitate gameplay.

How long does a game session last?

A game session can last between 40 and 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly decisions are made.

Is this a direct or indirect competition game?

The competition is mostly indirect, focused on the race for stocks and market speculation, but the competition for routes and influence can create tense moments.