--- product_id: 581593611 title: "GMT Games 18 India" brand: "gmt games" price: "$208.96" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 1 category: "Gmt Games" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/581593611-gmt-games-18-india store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 3-hour immersive gameplay High pre-game variability, low randomness 2-5 players operational railroad strategy GMT Games 18 India **Brand:** gmt games **Price:** $208.96 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš‚ Own the rails of history β€” where strategy meets legacy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GMT Games 18 India by gmt games - **How much does it cost?** $208.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/581593611-gmt-games-18-india) ## Best For - gmt games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gmt games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Award-Winning Design:** Praised for innovation and strategic complexity, making it a must-have for serious board gamers. - β€’ **Dynamic Pre-Game Setup:** Every session feels fresh with unique variability that challenges traditional 18XX mechanics. - β€’ **Master Train Management:** Revolutionize your approach to investments and logistics beyond standard railroad games. - β€’ **Optimized for Group Play:** Engage 2 to 5 players in a compact 3-hour experience perfect for professional game nights. - β€’ **Strategic Depth Meets History:** Dive into India's rich railroad legacy with gameplay inspired by real 19th-century milestones. ## Overview 18 India by GMT Games is a 2-5 player operational railroad board game that delivers a deep strategic experience in about 3 hours. Inspired by the 1829 Mainline and India’s historic rail development, it redefines 18XX gameplay with high pre-game variability and minimal randomness, challenging players to rethink train management and investment strategies. ## Description GMT Games: 18 India India's railroad history began in 1837 when The Red Hill Railway used the country's first steam-powered locomotive to carry stone for road work to Madras, modern day Chennai. In 1845, India's first railway was incorporated, the Madras Railway. Sixteen years later, on a warm April day in 1853, a 14-carriage train carrying 400 passengers was hauled 21 miles by three steam locomotives - the Sahib, Sindh, and Sultan - and passenger railway service was thus initiated in India. From there, as they say, the rest is history, and India today has the world's fourth largest railway network. 18 India is an operational railroad game for 2 to 5 people that plays in about 3 hours. The game is inspired by 1829 Mainline by Francis Tresham, and while the venerable Mr. Tresham created some novel mechanics for that game, many of them are not ideal for players that eschew in-game randomness. In 18 India, those random elements are transformed into an amazing level of pre-game variability, which gives each session of the game a different character. Critically, 18 India causes players to think differently about 18XX standards such as train management and investments. Review: Fun 18xx - Great game. Fresh take on 18xx. ## Features - 18 India is an operational railroad game for 2 to 5 people that plays in about 3 hours. - The game is inspired by 1829 Mainline by Francis Tresham, - Critically, 18 India causes players to think differently about 18XX standards such as train management and investments. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CL17F4LL | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #668,454 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #16,888 in Board Games (Toys & Games) | | Brand Name | GMT Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 5.0 out of 5 stars 3 Reviews | | Edition | First Edition | | Educational Objective | Develop strategic planning and decision-making skills | | Estimated Playing Time | 3 Hours | | Genre | Strategy | | Included Components | 1x Wargame | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 12 x 9 x 3 inches | | Item Dimensions L x W | 12"L x 9"W | | Item Weight | 2.4 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | GMT Games | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 180 | | Manufacturer Part Number | HXX58 | | Material Type | Paper | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 12 | | Model Number | HXX58 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 1 to 5 | | Operation Mode | manual | | Set Name | 18 India | | Size | 9 x 12 x 3 inches | | Theme | Military | | UPC | 817054012497 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![GMT Games 18 India - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bY4cFaXFL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun 18xx *by A***R on December 13, 2024* Great game. 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