Railroad Ink: Underground Expansion Pack

Horrible Guild, HeidelBÄR Games, White Goblin Games · Board game · 2021
1–4 Solo 15–30 min Weight 2.5/5
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7.4 rating BGG
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Want more Railroad Ink? This expansion brings a new level of challenge with underground routes and the option to play on two boards. Ideal for those who have already mastered the base game!

Highlights
  • New routes and scoring
  • Two-board mode
  • Expands replayability
  • More strategic depth
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Two boards per player
  • Can increase complexity
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About the game
Get ready to go underground with the Underground Expansion Pack for Railroad Ink! If you already enjoy the vibe of connecting exits and drawing routes on the surface board, this expansion brings a whole new layer of challenges. With four brand-new dice, you can dive into a completely underground mode, swapping the normal dice for these that offer subway routes and water pipes. It's a totally different way to score and think about your connections, exploring what lies beneath the earth.

But the fun doesn't stop there! You can also use these special dice in conjunction with the original dice, but with an important rule: no mixing! This means you'll need two boards per player: one for the surface, following the classic rules, and another for the underground, where the new dice and their rules come into play. This duplication of boards and managing two play areas simultaneously adds extra complexity, requiring sharper planning. It's an expansion that truly broadens the possibilities of Railroad Ink, offering new strategies and a welcome freshness for those who have already mastered the base game. Perfect for those seeking more depth and a new way to play their favorite dice game.
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Game: Railroad Ink Mechanism: Roll-and-Write
Publisher Horrible Guild, HeidelBÄR Games, White Goblin Games
Designer Hjalmar Hach, Lorenzo Silva
Artist Marta Tranquilli
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base Railroad Ink game to use this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion and requires one of the base games in the Railroad Ink series (either the original or Challenge) to be played.
How many players can play with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 4 players.
What's different about the new dice?
The new dice feature subway routes and water pipes, offering new ways to build your network and score points, especially in the underground mode.
How does the two-board mode work?
In the expansion mode, you use one board for the surface (with normal rules) and a second board for the underground, where the new dice and their rules apply. Each player needs two boards.
Does this expansion significantly increase the game's complexity?
It adds more strategic depth, especially in the two-board mode, which requires more planning. However, the core roll-and-draw mechanic remains accessible.
Does the playtime change with this expansion?
The base game's playtime (15-30 minutes) generally stays the same, but playing with two boards might slightly extend the duration per game due to the extra planning involved.