Free Ride (Freie Fahrt)
I'm fascinated by the intriguing structure of this game. Players gradually construct the network of railway lines between European cities and use them to transport passengers. They are allowed to use an opponent's line, for a fee. However, this converts the line to public ownership and they are then free to use.
Coins are a limited and scarce resource, so there's a careful cost-benefit calculation required there. They also contribute to winning the game, along with the city cards players have accumulated as they build routes.
I have yet to play this, but am looking forward to it – trying the solitaire game is my next step.
Note: this is the English/German edition published by Friedemann's imprint, 2F Spiele, and has the German title on the front of the box.
For 1-5 players, aged 10+, playing time 50-90 minutes: £40.00 (£33.33 without tax outside the UK)
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