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Who We Are

The passion for railroads on the table

18xx.cat is the community dedicated to 18xx family board games in Catalonia. We are a group of players passionate about railway management, stock markets, and building routes that shape a nation's economy.

The 18xx games are one of the deepest and most complex families in the board game world. Combining economic, strategic elements and interpersonal negotiation, each game is a unique experience that can last between 3 and 12 hours.

We want to create a reference space in Catalonia for enthusiasts of this genre: a place to learn, share, and above all, enjoy the best family of economic management games ever created.

WHAT DO WE DO?

Spontaneous games all year
We organize spontaneous game sessions with community members whenever there is an opportunity.
Country-house meetups
We host relaxed gatherings where we can play at a calm pace, spend time together, and enjoy a full 18xx weekend.
New players welcome
If this is your first 18xx, we guide you step by step so you can get into the genre in a friendly and relaxed way.

The Catalog

Featured 18xx Family Games

The 18xx family features hundreds of titles set in diverse eras and territories. Here you'll find some of the classics that you can discover and play at our events.

1817
USA · 1817
Sophisticated stock financing. For advanced players seeking maximum economic depth.
1822CA
Canada · 1822
Coast-to-coast Canada with a large map and many privates and minors. Great for a full 1822-style experience.
1822GB
Great Britain · 1822
The original 1822 system game. Auction-heavy play with deep interaction between operations and stock market decisions.
1822MX
Mexico · 1822
A compact 1822-family title. Heavy on auctions, concessions, and tight financial decisions.
1822PNW
Pacific Northwest · 1822
An 1822-series installment set in the Pacific Northwest, featuring auctions, minor companies, and route planning.
1830
USA · 1830
Foundational classic of the 18xx family, set on the east coast of the United States.
1846
USA · Midwest
The North American Midwest. Unique mechanics with ferries and influential private companies.
1849
Sicily · 1849
Sicilian railroads. Complex map and volatile companies that make each game a constant challenge.
1856
Canada · 1856
Upper Canada classic with a strong stock-market focus and long-term train planning pressure.
1860
UK · Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight railway system. Known for its unique bankruptcy and insolvency mechanics.
1862
UK · 1862
Set in East Anglia. Notable for its Parliament round and highly tactical company and train management.
18Ireland
Ireland · 19th century
An 18xx title set in Ireland, with auctions, route development, and a tight economic arc.
1870
USA · 1870
Trans-Mississippi rail expansion. A demanding investment game with destination runs and price protection.
The Old Prince (1871)
Prussia · 1871
An 18xx-style variation set in the German context after unification, with strong financial pressure.
1880 China
China · 1880
Railroads of the Qing Dynasty. Unique mechanics with government interference and foreign concessions.
1889
Japan · 1880s
Railroads of Shikoku Island. Excellent for learning, ideal for 3-4 players.
18Chesapeake
USA · 1800s
Designed as a first 18xx. Quick games and highly recommended for learning.
18India
India · 1853
India's colonial railway network. Unique political and economic interaction.
18MEX
Mexico · 1870s
Mexican railroads with unique government concession mechanics.
18SJ
Scandinavia · 19th century
Railroads in Sweden and Norway with nationalization mechanisms and a very tight economic arc.
18Svea
Sweden · short format
A very compact 18xx for 2-3 players, designed for short sessions without losing financial tension.
18Tokaido
Japan · Tokaido
The mythical Japanese Tokaido route. Intense competition for connections between major cities.
The Railways of Lost Atlas
Fantasy
An 18xx-style fantasy title, notable for its modular map.
21Moon
Moon · future
A lunar-themed title that moves the railway and financial spirit into a science-fiction setting.

18xx Prototypes

Do you have a prototype?

If you have an 18xx prototype, a homebrew variant, or a map in development, we'd love to see it. Join the group, share it with the community, and find people to test it, give feedback, and help you improve it.

Join and share it

The Community in Motion

Upcoming Events

1
Coming Soon
Country House Gathering
The first event of the 18xx.cat community will be an informal gathering at a country house. A weekend to play without rushing, get to know each other, and enjoy 18xx games in a tranquil rural setting. Date and location to be confirmed.
2
November 2026
Demo Game at Egara Juga
We'll bring 18xx games to the Egara Juga fair in Terrassa in November 2026. A demo game open to the public to discover the 18xx family and attract new enthusiasts to the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Have Questions?

No! At events there's room for all levels. You'll come without experience and leave with the basics to enjoy any 18xx. The only requirement is curiosity and willingness to learn.
It depends on the event. The country house gathering will be a small and intimate format. We'll announce available spots for each event on the Telegram group.
It's not necessary. The organization will provide a game library with the main titles. If you want to bring your own games for free play, you're always welcome.
Official activities will be conducted in Catalan and Spanish. For open games, each table will organize in the language the group prefers. 18xx games don't require much text, so the language barrier is minimal.
The best way is to join our Telegram group. There we'll announce dates, spots, locations, and any news about the 18xx.cat community.
After many games and a strong desire to share this hobby, we decided to create this community to give it more life and organization. Jordi Salord is the promoter of this community through the association Darkstone Catalunya based in Terrassa. Join our Telegram group to learn more about us and participate in our activities.

Community

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Follow all news, events, and discussions of the 18xx.cat community on our Telegram group.

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