Railways of the World is the definitive edition of a classic train game, originally released as Railroad Tycoon in 2005. It takes the essence of the series and enhances it, inviting you to dive into the exciting age of steam. Your journey begins with an iconic locomotive, the John Bull, and a clear vision for your railway empire. Your goal? Connect major cities like New York and Chicago, expand your network, earn significant money, and perhaps even cross North America with a transcontinental railway!

This game is the gateway to a robust system, with expansions that bring varied maps for even more challenges. The base box is already packed with everything you need: locomotive placards, railroad tiles, train tokens, money, bonds, and other essential components. To kick off your adventure, you'll find a detailed map of the eastern United States, plus a mounted map of Mexico, ensuring diverse gameplay experiences. Railways of the World is known for simplifying and refining the mechanics of more 'hardcore' train games, like Age of Steam, making it more accessible and appealing to a wider audience, without losing strategic depth. Get ready for a game with lots of components and a massive board that will require a table worthy of your railway ambition!