Snowdonia: The Necropolis Line & Neuhauser Bockerlbahn

Lookout Games, Surprised Stare Games Ltd · Board game · 2014
— Ludopedia 7.9 BGG 1–5 · best 4 Solo 75 min Weight 3.1/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you already love Snowdonia, these two fresh routes—one haunted, one timber‑laden—will hit the spot.

Highlights
  • varied thematic scenarios
  • quirky new trains
  • simple, smooth rules
Keep in mind
  • requires base game
  • limited extra depth
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Snowdonia: The Necropolis Line & Neuhauser Bockerlbahn adds two fresh scenarios to the Snowdonia universe. The Necropolis Line scenario transports the group from rainy Wales to Victorian London, where a purpose‑built railway moves the dead to leafy suburbs. Your Surveyor has passed away, so you must both lay the line and dig a proper grave. The Neuhauser Bockerlbahn scenario flips the setting to storm‑ravaged German forests; the railway was built to haul the fallen timber to sawmills. Now the wreckage only scores points after being "converted" at your mill. The expansion supplies 33 cards, including alternate contract versions, scenario‑specific trains (including an Elephant and a caterpillar‑tracked traction engine), and new station cards. Gameplay stays rooted in Worker Placement, but each scenario introduces its own goals and resource flows, demanding different strategies each play. Playtime hovers around 75 minutes for 1‑5 players, making it great for solo sessions or small groups. With a light weight (3.1/5), the expansion preserves a gentle learning curve while adding enough variety for veterans of Snowdonia. If you love rail‑themed construction, route planning, and a dash of historical humor, these two missions will feel like a perfect fit.

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Country: Wales Series: Snowdonia Game System
Publisher Lookout Games, Surprised Stare Games Ltd
Designer Sebastian Bleasdale, Tony Boydell
Artist Klemens Franz, Tony Boydell

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can join?
1 to 5 players, solo included.
What is the typical playtime?
Around 75 minutes, varying with player count.
Do I need the Snowdonia base game?
Yes, the expansion requires the base game to play.
What new components are included?
33 new cards, exclusive trains (Elephant, caterpillar‑tracked engine) and extra station cards.
Is the expansion beginner‑friendly?
With a weight of 3.1/5, it has a gentle learning curve, suitable for those already familiar with Snowdonia.
Are the two scenarios equally complex?
Both use the same core mechanic, but Bockerlbahn adds wood conversion management, while Necropolis focuses on line building and burial.
Can I play only one scenario?
Yes, each scenario can be played independently.

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