Brass: Birmingham*
* Brass: Birmingham is an economic strategy game and a sequel to the 2007 game Brass. It immerses players in the world of industrial revolution entrepreneurs in Birmingham between 1770-1870.
Gameplay Overview
- Eras of Play: The game spans the canal era (1770-1830) and the rail era (1830-1870).
- Building Industries: Develop and establish industries to meet market demands.
- Actions: Players have options like building, expanding networks, developing industries, selling goods, and taking loans.
- New Scout Action: A unique action in Brass: Birmingham allowing players to discard cards for strategic advantages.
- Scoring: Victory points are earned through canals, rails, and established industries, counted at each era's end.
Conclusion
Brass: Birmingham offers a complex and rewarding experience for fans of strategic economic games. It builds on its predecessor with new mechanics and a fresh narrative arc, challenging players to make savvy decisions in the midst of the industrial revolution. The blend of historical context and deep strategy makes it a standout choice for seasoned gamers seeking a robust and engaging gameplay experience.
Nominated for 13 awards and won 7.
- 👥 2 - 4 Players
- ⏱️ 60 - 120 Minutes
- 🧒 14+ years old
- 🧩 Hard to learn
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- Position 36 in All games from the Top100 "Hunter & Cron Award 2019" list 🇩🇪
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- Position 42 in Best games released at SPIEL 2020 in Essen
- Position 5 in Best Games Set in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧
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