# Rollway Station

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: #12215
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.38 / 5
- **Designers**: Kendall McKenzie
- **Artists**: Kendall McKenzie
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Paper-and-Pencil, Push Your Luck, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love train and economy themes but want something fast and solo.Streamlined and agile 18xx experienceGreat value as a PnP gameWell-balanced optimization challengeVaried maps increase replayabilitySignificant reliance on dice luckLack of direct interaction in multiplayerFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Ever wondered what it's like to handle the financial tension and railway speculation of the 18xx series without the massive table setup? Rollway Station distills that entire experience into a fast-paced, addictive solo challenge. Forget the five-hour marathons; all you need is paper, a pencil, some dice, and the ambition to build a fortune.

The game spans fifteen turns. In each round, you roll five dice and must make tough calls on where to allocate those values. Your options include buying company shares, auctioning off trains, or laying down tracks to expand your network. Since the dice values dictate your available actions, you'll constantly need to pivot your strategy based on what the luck of the draw provides. To mitigate some of the randomness, you can hire Engineers to help lay additional tracks, provided you're willing to pay the price.

Every few turns, an operating round triggers. This is the moment of truth! Companies run the most efficient routes they can, and you earn money based on the length of those routes and how many shares you hold in those specific companies. The ultimate goal is straightforward: accumulate as much wealth as possible by the end of the game.

For those seeking variety, the game includes three different maps, each featuring unique starting layouts and advanced rules for players looking for a steeper challenge. If you're playing with a group, there's an interesting multiplayer variant: everyone plays their own solo game using the exact same dice rolls, comparing scores at the end to see who the most efficient tycoon is. It's the perfect dose of railway strategy for those who love optimization and resource management without the overhead of a heavy board game.

## FAQ
### Do I need experience with 18xx games to play?
Not at all! While inspired by them, Rollway Station is much simpler and more accessible. Anyone who enjoys resource management can jump right in.

### How long does a game take?
Usually between 30 to 45 minutes, depending on how much you dwell on your optimization.

### Is it strictly a single-player game?
Yes, the design is solo-focused, but there's a variant where multiple players compete using the same dice rolls to see who scores higher.

### What do I need to play?
Since it's a Print & Play, you'll need to print the sheets and have a pencil, eraser, and some dice.

### Is the game very difficult?
The weight is moderate (2.375). It's not overly complex, but it requires careful planning of dice allocation to avoid going broke.