# Maglev Maps: Volume 1 ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 8.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2, 3, 4) - **Duration**: — - **Weight**: 3.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Dale Yu, Ted Alspach - **Artists**: Alanna Kelsey, Ollin Timm - **Publishers**: Bézier Games, RollinGames - **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game, Trains - **Mechanics**: End Game Bonuses, Hexagon Grid, Network and Route Building, Pick-up and Deliver, Tile Placement ## Verdict Six brand-new maps for existing Maglev Metro fans! This expansion brings incredible freshness with new mechanics and challenges.Double-sided maps, lots of varietyNew actions and technologiesKeeps the core gameplayRequires base gameNew rules can be trickyFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Get ready to expand your subway routes with Maglev Maps: Volume 1! This expansion brings six incredible new maps, each featuring a double-sided design that doubles the fun and possibilities. Forget what you know, because each map is a brand-new adventure, packed with never-before-seen technologies just waiting to be explored. You'll discover new actions that will shake up your strategies, unique stations to optimize your routes, and passengers with demands that will require your best planning. The coolest part is that, despite the new rules and mechanics that make each game a unique and challenging experience, the essence of Maglev Metro remains intact. You'll still feel that satisfaction of building efficient networks and watching your transportation system thrive. It's like playing a whole new game, but with the familiarity you already love. If you enjoy Maglev Metro and are looking for more content to extend the game's lifespan, this expansion is a perfect fit. It's the ideal opportunity to test your subway master skills in fresh and more complex scenarios, guaranteeing hours of strategic planning and enjoyment. Perfect for those who want to spice up their games and explore new urban and technological horizons. ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game Maglev Metro to play this expansion? Yes, absolutely! Maglev Maps: Volume 1 is an expansion and requires the base game Maglev Metro to be played. ### How many players does this expansion support? The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 4 players. ### What is the average playtime with this expansion? Game time can vary depending on the chosen map and player experience, but it generally stays similar to the base game, around 30 to 60 minutes per session. ### Are the new maps much harder than the originals? The new maps introduce new mechanics and challenges that can increase complexity, but the difficulty is manageable and part of the fun of exploring new strategies. ### Are the components good quality? Yes, the maps are printed with high quality, and the design is intended to offer a great visual and tactical experience. ### Does this expansion add a lot of new components? The expansion primarily focuses on new boards (maps) with specific rules and elements for each. It doesn't add a massive amount of new physical components beyond the maps and related markers. ### Is this a good purchase for someone who has played the base game a lot? Definitely! If you enjoy Maglev Metro and want more variety and challenges, this expansion offers six new scenarios that completely refresh the experience.