Airlines Europe
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Airlines Europe is a strategy board game designed by Alan R. Moon and published by Abacus Spiele. In the game, players compete to become the dominant airline in Europe by buying stock in various airlines and expanding their routes to different cities.
One of the standout features of Airlines Europe is its elegant and easy-to-learn mechanics. The game is very accessible, but still provides plenty of depth and strategic options for more experienced players. The stock system, where players invest in multiple airlines and collect dividends based on their performance, is particularly well-executed.
Another strength of the game is its production values. The game board is beautifully illustrated, and the airplane miniatures and stock certificates add a nice thematic touch.
One potential downside of the game is that it can feel a bit dry and mathematical at times. While there is some player interaction and competition for routes, much of the gameplay revolves around manipulating numbers and managing your finances.
Overall, Airlines Europe is a solid choice for fans of strategy games looking for a well-designed and engaging experience.
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Here are some games that are similar to Airlines Europe:
Ticket to Ride: This is a classic board game where players collect train cards and build railways across North America. Like Airlines Europe, players must make strategic decisions to build routes and score points.
Acquire: This is a classic game of corporate mergers and acquisitions. Players buy and sell stocks in various hotel chains, and try to build the most valuable hotel chain. Like Airlines Europe, players must make strategic decisions about which stocks to buy and when to sell.
TransEuropa: This is a game of building railways across Europe. Players must connect cities by laying down railway tracks, and score points for completing routes. Like Airlines Europe, players must make strategic decisions about which routes to build and how to block their opponents.
Airlines: This is a game of managing your own airline company. Players must buy planes, hire pilots, and schedule flights to various cities around the world. Like Airlines Europe, players must make strategic decisions about which cities to serve and how to maximize their profits.
18xx: This is a series of complex board games set in the world of railroad business in the 19th century. These games are highly strategic and involve building railway networks, buying and selling stock, and managing finances. Like Airlines Europe, 18xx games require players to make complex strategic decisions to succeed.
