# Orient Express

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1985
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #5318
- **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.28 / 5
- **Designers**: Jeff Smets, R. Wayne Schmittberger
- **Artists**: Junko Ito
- **Publishers**: Abeilles Editions, Diset S. A., Jumbo, Just Games (I), Oy Lollipop Ab
- **Categories**: Deduction, Murder / Mystery, Trains
- **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Deduction, Dice Rolling, Events, Paper-and-Pencil, Race, Roll / Spin and Move, Track Movement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy a good mystery with a touch of strategy and history, the Orient Express might be your next trip! It's a game that makes you think and deduce, with the thrill of a race against time.Engaging and intriguing mysteryUnique deduction challengeClassic and charming themeSolution isn't 100% certainRelies on logical assumptionsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare to embark on an adventure of mystery and deduction aboard the legendary Orient Express! In this game, you are a detective tasked with solving a shocking crime before the train reaches its destination. The race against time is crucial, as the killer will escape if you don't catch them in time. The unique twist here is that the solution is never 100% obvious; you'll need to use your logical reasoning and make some clever assumptions to identify the culprit. The killer's identity changes each game, thanks to a set of pre-written cases (with expansions sold separately, of course!).

The game also touches upon the expansion of railways across Europe, where players aim to connect regions for business and leisure. However, the growth of your routes might attract government attention, leading to nationalization. While you'll be compensated, you'll have to start anew in different locations. Victory goes to the one who best balances public and private demands, becoming a railway tycoon, even if your empire eventually becomes public property. Players build passenger routes and famous European railways. As regional routes are established, they are removed from the board due to nationalization. The game offers flexibility in choosing regions to build and connect. With low language dependency and accessible mechanics, it's a great choice for those who enjoy a good mystery with a historical and strategic touch.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 1 to 6 players.

### How long does a game session typically last?
A game session usually lasts around 60 minutes.

### What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 2.27/5, it's considered a moderately complex game, accessible to those with some board game experience.

### Is it necessary to know English to play?
The Ludopedia indicates low language dependency, with easily memorizable text, but the original English version might have more text on components.

### Is the game more focused on mystery or route building?
The game combines both elements. There's a central mystery to solve (who is the culprit?) and also the mechanic of building and managing train routes.

### Is there a solo mode?
Yes, the game includes rules for a single player, making it an option for those who enjoy playing solo.