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Oregon Trail
1981 · BGG
Avg rating
5.29
Bayes rating
5.49
Weight
2.20 (Medium Light)
Players
1-8
Playtime
2 hr
Ratings count
47
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Description
Oregon Trail recreates the journeys of the pioneers who traveled across the Western U.S. during the 1820's - 1860's. To a certain extent it is a role-playing game, as players are cast into the role of Trail Boss, responsible for shepherding his party from their jumping-off point to their ultimate destination. Trail Bosses measure success (in relation to the other players) by retaining the highest percentage of the starting wagons, personnel and stock when they arrive at their final destination.
Play mode
Competitive
How it plays
Action selection / worker placement Dice rolling Resource & economic management
Game type
Roleplaying game Family / kids game Campaign / legacy game
What it’s about
History, politics & real-world conflict Adventure & exploration
Publishers
Designers
Leonard H. Kanterman Steven J. Ulberg