# Age of Steam Deluxe: Expansion Volume I

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6
- **Duration**: 120 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Chad DeShon, John Bohrer, Kevin McCurdy
- **Artists**: Ian O'Toole
- **Publishers**: Eagle-Gryphon Games, Portal Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Expansion for Base-game, Trains, Transportation
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Catch the Leader, Connections, Loans, Network and Route Building, Selection Order Bid, Tile Placement, Turn Order: Auction

## Verdict
A must-have for keeping your railway empire fresh and challenging.Varied and challenging mapsHigh-quality componentsDiverse player countsRequires base gameTargeted at experienced playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
If you're already a veteran of the Age of Steam railways, you know that the secret to success lies in expanding your horizons (and your routes!). Expansion Volume I arrives to give your collection a serious upgrade, bringing an incredible variety of scenarios that challenge even the most seasoned tycoons. We aren't just talking about 'more of the same,' but new geographical and logistical challenges that completely change the game's rhythm.

This volume is a true package of mounted maps, ensuring durability and a premium tabletop presence. You'll find everything from the dense railway networks of Europe, with maps like France, Poland, Hungary, and Finland, to more specific and challenging settings, such as Switzerland, New England, or the chaos of the Detroit Bankruptcy. Each map is a different economic puzzle: some might demand more aggressive resource management, while others focus on rapid city connections to dominate the market.

What makes this volume essential is the diversity of player counts supported. Need a quick game for two? New England has you covered. Want to gather the crew for an epic session of up to six players? The France or Poland maps are ready for battle. In addition to the robust boards, the kit comes with all updated rules and the extra components needed so you don't waste time searching for anything. Just open, set up, and start building your railway empire. Prepare your capital, plan your routes, and above all, be ready to deal with the fierce competition that each new territory imposes!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to use this expansion?
Absolutely! This is a map and component expansion, so you'll need the base Age of Steam to play.

### How many players can play with these maps?
The range is wide! Depending on the map, you can play from 1 (in Detroit) up to 6 players.

### Are the maps ready to use?
Yes, they are mounted maps (heavy cardboard), providing great durability and a premium feel.

### What else is in the box besides the maps?
You get the specific rules for each scenario and all the extra components needed to run the new mechanics.

### Is this volume very complex?
It maintains the classic strategic depth of Age of Steam, so be ready to think hard about your logistics!

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