Get ready to embark on an epic railway journey with Steam, a game that puts you in charge of a train company in the heart of the steam engine era! Your mission is to build an efficient track network, connect cities, and deliver valuable goods to expand your railway empire. Each turn is a race against time and your competitors, where you'll lay tracks, upgrade towns, improve your trains, and vie for the most profitable delivery contracts. The secret to success? Making the longest and most lucrative deliveries, balancing the need to invest for growth with the relentless pursuit of victory. Score your deliveries to increase your income or victory points, always keeping an eye on your cash flow to avoid going into the red. The game comes with a beautiful double-sided game board, featuring maps depicting the northeastern USA and Canada (perfect for 3 or 4 players) and Europe's lower Rhine and Ruhr region (ideal for 4 or 5 players). And the best part: Steam is super flexible, accommodating a variety of expansion and variant maps, which is why it includes pieces for up to 6 players! If you already enjoy the vibe of Age of Steam, you'll feel right at home, but with some modifications to its mechanics and refreshed artwork. Income and train level tracks are printed directly on the board, ensuring you can use alternate maps without losing functionality. It's a robust and strategic experience for those who love economic and transportation games.