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Build your railroad empire in Rails & Rivals, a turn-based strategy board game. Lay tracks across hex terrain, deliver goods between cities, and manage your finances to stay ahead of the competition.

Reviews: 4 user reviews — 100% — of 4 reviews
Released: 2026-07-20
Developer: tnycnsn
Publisher: Creahive Games
Genres: Indie, Strategy, Early Access
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    91% matchMixed64% of 3,528 reviews2014
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    89% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,481 reviews2007
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    89% matchNo user reviews
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    88% matchNo user reviews2026
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    73% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
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    73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
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    73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,396 reviews2007
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    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%

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    72% matchNo user reviews2026
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    69% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
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    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,096 reviews2011
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