Railways of the Lost Atlas

Railways of the Lost Atlas is a strategic game that combines elements of railway network creation and business management in a dynamic world. Players act as transportation barons, exploring and conquering an ever-changing map, which is shaped at each new game by the participants' decisions. During the game, investors start out with small railroads, which must be developed and connected to maximize profits. As the companies grow, they can merge into larger conglomerates, leading to a more robust and efficient expansion of railroad operations. Each of the 12 companies has unique skills that influence their performance, maintaining their characteristics even after mergers, which creates a rich tapestry of strategies and alliances. With flexible game modes and modular options, Railways of the Lost Atlas offers an adaptable experience, where groups can shape the game according to their preferences, ensuring that each game is a new adventure in conquering routes and dominating the rail sector.

Age 10 + 300 min 2 to 5 players

Artists: Studio Delger;

Designers: Kevin Delger; Jacob Schacht

Date: 2024

Note: 6.1

Mechanics: Fitting Parts, Building Networks and Routes, Investment, Players with Different Skills, Auction / Bidding, Stock Market, Variable preparation, Property, Modular tray

Topics: Economy / Production, Transport

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

How to play Railways of the Lost Atlas

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Main objective

The main objective of the game "Railways of the Lost Atlas" is to build and manage an efficient rail network to connect various cities in a constantly changing world, using limited resources to overcome logistical challenges. The player must optimize routes, plan expansions and adapt to the dynamic environment of the map, which changes with each new campaign, while maintaining the efficient flow of passengers and goods to ensure the economic and operational success of the network.

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Mechanics of Railways of the Lost Atlas

  • Placing Parts - Players place pieces on the board to build tracks and stations. Each piece placed must follow the established connection rules, allowing the continuous flow of trains through different territories.
  • Building Networks and Routes - Players must create efficient rail networks connecting cities, resources and markets. The effectiveness of a network directly affects a player's success by offering better and more profitable transportation routes.
  • Investment - Players can invest in improvements, such as faster locomotives or additional wagons, increasing the capacity and efficiency of their trains. Strategic investments are crucial for optimizing profits throughout the game.
  • Players with Different Skills - Each player has a unique skill that can be used once per round, providing advantages such as discounts on buildings or additional actions.
  • Auction / Bidding - Players compete through an auction system to acquire strategic resources and route concessions. The ability to assess when and how much to pay is essential to guarantee advantages without sacrificing the player's economy.
  • Stock Market - Players can buy and sell shares in their own railway companies or those of their competitors. The value of the shares is dynamic, fluctuating based on the performance of the rail networks built.
  • Variable Preparation - The game starts with a variable board configuration and initial resources, ensuring that each match offers new challenges and strategic opportunities.
  • Property - Players can gain ownership of tracks and stations by charging fees when other players use their routes, which generates an extra source of passive income.
  • Modular Tray - The board is made up of modular pieces that can be reconfigured, creating different maps and challenges for each game, increasing the replayability and customization of matches.

Game components Railways of the Lost Atlas

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  • Track maps
  • Seasonal pieces
  • Resource bookmarks
  • Event cards
  • Player trains
  • Ancient relics
  • Progress tokens
  • Player guides

Additional Information

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