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Our Verdict
A thematic alternative for Ticket to Ride fans looking for a Wild West twist.
Highlights
- Familiar and smooth mechanics
- Engaging pioneer theme
- Fast-paced gameplay
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Unofficial unauthorized version
- Very specific theme
FOR GENRE FANS
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If you're a fan of Ticket to Ride, get ready for an epic journey across the Wild West! Trek to Zion is an unauthorized version that swaps train tracks for pioneer wagons traversing the United States in the 1850s. The concept is straightforward: you'll manage your provisions—like corn, wheat, and horseshoes—to build routes and connect cities and forts across the American map. Instead of just placing trains, you'll be establishing temples and founding Zion, striving to leave your mark on the history of Western expansion. The mechanics are very familiar to anyone who knows the Ticket to Ride classic, but with an extra twist of 'Temple Blessings' that adds a unique flavor to the gameplay. It's a fast-paced game of hand management and route building, perfect for those seeking a thematic and dynamic board game without a massive rulebook. Just a quick heads-up: since it's an unauthorized clone, it doesn't hold the official license from Days of Wonder, making it an independent alternative for those craving this specific pioneer and territorial expansion theme. If your goal is to blaze new trails and collect successful routes, this is the game for you!
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Publisher
Pioneer Plus
Designer
Tanya Quinlan
Is the game hard to learn?
Not at all! If you've played Ticket to Ride, you'll pick it up in minutes.
How long does a game last?
Usually around 45 to 50 minutes, perfect for a quick game night.
How many players is it for?
2 to 5 players having a blast.
What are the main components?
You'll use a US map, provision cards, and wagon pieces.
What is the main difference from Ticket to Ride?
The pioneer theme, provision cards, and the temple mechanic.