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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Loved The Royal Limited? This solo expansion adds a murder mystery that will keep you hooked from start to finish!
Highlights
- Engaging solo expansion
- Thematic murder mystery
- Quick and portable
- Adds twists and turns
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Needs careful attention
- Short but intense
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a stormy night and a mystery aboard The Royal Limited! This 3-card expansion adds a touch of suspense to the base game, introducing the detective, the victim, and the murderer. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to use your cards to move the detective through the train, uncovering who committed the crime and arresting the culprit before time runs out. It's a solo challenge where every decision counts to solve the murder and secure victory. In addition to normal scoring, you need to flip the victim and murderer cards to green, or else it's game over! If you enjoy a good detective mystery with the practicality of Button Shy games, this expansion is a perfect fit to add an extra dose of intrigue to your collection. It's the ideal way to enjoy a quick and engaging game, focused on deduction and hand management, all packed into a tiny little package.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Button Shy
Designer
Scott Almes
Artist
Taylor Stone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game The Royal Limited to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is a 3-card expansion and only works if you have the base game The Royal Limited.
How many players can play?
This game is strictly for 1 player. It's a solo experience for you to solve the mystery.
How long does a game take?
It's quite fast! Expect something between 10 to 15 minutes, perfect for a quick round.
Are the rules difficult to learn?
No, the rules are very simple and straightforward, as is common with Button Shy games. The complexity lies in solving the mystery!
What components come in this expansion?
It's just 3 cards that add the roles of Detective, Victim, and Murderer, along with some rule changes to the base game.
Is it a deduction game or more luck-based?
It's a game that blends deduction with hand management. You need to think strategically to move the detective and catch the culprit, but the cards you draw also play a role.
Is it worth it for train game enthusiasts?
If you enjoy the train theme and like mysteries, this expansion adds a really cool thematic layer to The Royal Limited.
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