Railroad Tiles

Horrible Guild, Albi, Cranio Creations · Board game · 2025
1–4 · best 3 Solo 30 min Weight 1.8/5
8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
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8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you love building networks and want quick games, Railroad Tiles serves that up with style.

Highlights
  • Easy strategic connections
  • Short, dynamic rounds
  • High‑quality components
Keep in mind
  • Requires forward planning
  • Limited action variety
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About the game
Railroad Tiles arrives as the sequel to the beloved Railroad Ink line, swapping the classic roll‑and‑write for a fast tile‑placement game. Over eight rounds, each player drafts tiles from a shared pool, then lays them in front of them, building routes of rails, roads, or rivers. The main goal is to forge the largest interconnected network; the more tiles of the same type you connect, the more points you score. Each round introduces new action options – you can now place cars, trains, or travelers on any free space on your tiles, breathing life into the tiny map you’re shaping. Beware, though: overly restrictive choices can lock you out of future expansions, so forward planning is essential. At game’s end, bonuses are awarded for forming a large gap‑free rectangle and for creating clusters of three adjacent city tiles. With high‑quality components, simple rules (BGG weight 1.75) and a playtime of roughly 30 minutes, the game satisfies both newcomers and veterans who enjoy connection puzzles. The experience blends light strategy, spatial thinking, and a dash of luck in tile drafting, delivering dynamic and ever‑different rounds.
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Game: Railroad Ink Versions & Editions: Card Versions of Non-Card Games
Publisher Horrible Guild, Albi, Cranio Creations, GaGa Games, Game Harbor, HeidelBÄR Games, IELLO, Lucky Duck Games, White Goblin Games
Designer Hjalmar Hach, Lorenzo Silva
Artist Francesco De Benedittis, Marta Tranquilli
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, great for head‑to‑head or small group sessions.
What’s the typical playtime?
About 30 minutes, give or take depending on player count.
How complex is the game?
Light – BGG weight 1.75, with simple rules and approachable strategy.
What components are included?
Route tiles, miniatures for cars/trains/travelers, scoring markers, and a common tile pool.
Who should buy this game?
Fans of connection puzzles, train enthusiasts, and anyone wanting a quick, replayable experience.