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Colt Express Board Game - Wild West Train Robbery Adventure Game! Award-Winning 3D Train Game, Programming Strategy Game for Kids & Adults, Ages 10+, 2-6 Players, 40 Minute Playtime, Made by Ludonaute
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Brand | Ludonaute |
Material | Wood |
Theme | Game |
Genre | Strategy, Family |
Number of Players | 6 |
About this item
- WILD WEST TRAIN ROBBERY: Step into the Old West and become a bandit in this action-packed train robbery game.
- UNIQUE 3D TRAIN: Experience a new dimension of gameplay with a three-dimensional train setting the stage for heists.
- STRATEGIC PLANNING: Challenge your tactical skills with an exciting action-programming mechanic that requires careful planning.
- COMPETITIVE FUN: Play with friends and family to see who can become the richest outlaw in this Wild West adventure.
- EASY-TO-LEARN: Enjoyable for players of all ages, making it a fantastic addition to your game night collection.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 11.5 x 3 x 11.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.64 pounds |
Country of Origin | Germany |
ASIN | B00OZTUQWE |
Item model number | COLT01 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 10 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #129,859 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #4,049 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Release date | March 1, 2018 |
Manufacturer | Publisher Services Inc (PSI) |
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Product Description
It is 1899 and the Union Pacific Express is headed to the Nice Valley Coal Company to deliver their payroll and 47 passengers. Suddenly the train is attacked by thievin' bandits! Will the outlaws keep their cool or will Marshal Samuel Ford save the day and prevent the robbery? Players will plan ahead and play cards to steal the most loot, shoot their opponents, move around the train and elude Marshal Ford. Will you be the richest bandit in the outlaw gang?.
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On the 11th of July, 1899 the Union Pacific Express leaves Folsom, New Mexico with 47 passengers. You’re going to rob that train. Only problem, you’ve got competition. |
In Colt Express, you play a bandit robbing a train at the same time as other bandits. Your goal is to become the richest outlaw in the old west. Just look out for the Marshall! |
Rounds are broken into two parts, Schemin’ and Stealin’. During the Schemin’ phase you lay down action cards that you want to execute during the round to a common pile. In the Stealin’ phase the pile is flipped and the cards are resolved in order. |
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All of the action takes place on the super cool 3D train. You’re able to move from car to car and even climb on to the top of the train to get the goods and avoid the law. |
Each of the different characters has a special ability that will give them an advantage other the competition. |
Colt Express is the winner of the prestigious Spiel des Jahres as Game of the Year for 2015. |
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Type of Game | Board Game | Board Game | Board Game | Board Game | Board Game | Board Game |
Number of Players | 2-6 Players | 2-9 Players | 3-8 Players | 2-4 Players | 2-4 Players | 1-5 Players |
Average Playtime | 40 Minutes | 40 Minutes | 50 Minutes | 35 Minutes | 40 Minutes | 90 Minutes |
Recommended Player Age | 10+ | 10+ | 10+ | 10+ | 8+ | 14+ |
Game Objectives | Play a bandit robbing a train at the same time as other bandits with the goal to become the richest outlaw of the Old West. | Rediscover the fun of Colt Express and its 3D train, the one and only Wild West board game in which all shots are allowed to become the richest outlaw. | When the train of Colt Express meets the Union Pacific which carries precious top secret documents, our famous bandits don’t hesitate for a second… They jump from train to train and play as a team to rob them all. | A lost world has been discovered and clues leading to its secret entrance have been disseminated all around the globe. Your goal? Find them! | While your parents are away on a mission in a faraway galaxy, evil aliens attack the Planet C-64, believing you to be defenseless. Now it is up to you to save your planet from their attack! | Players take on the role of mighty Norse gods working together to protect the cosmic ash tree that supports the nine worlds. |
Theme | Wild West Train Adventure | Wild West Train Adventure | Wild West Train Adventure | Mystery/Exploration | Sci-Fi | Norse Mythology |
Strategy Game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Family Game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
3D Train | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
Expansion(s) Available | ✓ | is an expansion | is an expansion | is a standalone | is a standalone | is a standalone |
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Customers like the quality, speed, and strategy of the board game. They mention that the game play is unique and interesting, and the set ups are great. They appreciate the fast-paced games, which allow for multiple games to be played in a short amount of time. Some appreciate the need for strategic thinking, as well as the entertainment value of the game. However, some customers have mixed opinions on ease of use.
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Customers like the quality of the board game. They say the game play is unique and interesting, the rules are easy to learn, and it's perfect for family-game night. The pieces are nicely illustrated and add a nice element of surprise.
"...It's a unique game in that you plan all of your moves before they actually happen, and it offers a 3D game board..." Read more
"...different characters (and their special abilities) and the overall theme of the game...." Read more
"...This adds a nice element of surprise and the game never plays the same twice...." Read more
"...3. Cool looking train and gunfighter meeples4. Awesome looking character cards. Also, each players gets their own special deck of cards...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the board game. Some mention that the rules are fairly straightforward and easy to learn, while others say that it is difficult to set up and time consuming at first. The directions are awkward and sometimes difficult to read, making the game somewhat frustrating at times.
"...There are also events and expert rules that you can add to make it even more interesting as you become more familiar with the game play." Read more
"Quite a fun game easy to play and easy to learn. After the first round, everyone will understand the concept...." Read more
"...Cons: lengthy initial set-up, gameboard is difficult for all players to reach in a 6-player game, younger players may dislike or not fully..." Read more
"...doesn't overstay its welcome, playing really quickly and accessible enough to teach anyone inside 10 minutes...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the speed of the game. They say that the games are quick, so they can play multiple times. Some mention that the game is set up much faster in the future. The game is fast paced and doesn't require too much strategy, making it perfect for family-game night or for your group. The firmly set game time and the 40 minute length of the games is pretty accurate.
"Pros: family fun for all ages, invites strategic thinking, firmly set game time (five rounds)..." Read more
"...1. Good party game that draws a lot of conversation2. Takes about 40 mins to play. A little longer with more players3...." Read more
"...theme is pretty prevalent and it doesn't overstay its welcome, playing really quickly and accessible enough to teach anyone inside 10 minutes...." Read more
"...The game is fast paced and doesn't require TOO much strategy, so it's perfect for family-game night or for your group of more casual board..." Read more
Customers like the strategy of the board game. They say it's simple on the surface, but has lots of underlying strategy that makes it fun. They also say it teaches some nice planning ahead skills.
"Pros: family fun for all ages, invites strategic thinking, firmly set game time (five rounds)..." Read more
"...It's great for older elementary. It's teaches some nice planning ahead skills and as someone who isn't good at strategy games I still enjoyed..." Read more
"...My nephews love this game. It has some strategic moves, but is mostly a game of chance." Read more
"...Not sure how something so complicated and lacking in any meaningful strategy could win a game of the year award...." Read more
Customers like the entertainment value of the board game. They mention that the games are quick and the hidden actions make it laughter inducing.
"...It's a good way to spend some fun time and laughter with the family." Read more
"...Lot's of "take that" game play as well as hidden actions make it laughter inducing...." Read more
"Different than any other game you've played. It fun and everyone will laugh and have a good time... Unique "board" for gameplay." Read more
"...Always leaves us laughing and the games are quick so we can play multiple times." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the board game. They say it is a great game and a good value for the money.
"...game with no prior knowledge of it because it was listed at a great sale price......" Read more
"Making the trains took some time but well worth it...." Read more
"Got this for my boyfriend and he loves it. Very fun game and definitely worth it." Read more
"Awesome game and nice product. Totally worth it" Read more
Customers like the fit of the board game. They say it's well-made and fits in the box well. The 3-D trains is sturdy and stores easily in thebox, but it does not lend itself to storage.
"...It's not too long and not too short for a family to play - usually we play in 30-40 minutes, laughing and shouting "Stick 'em up!" the..." Read more
"...The 3-D trains is sturdy and stores easily in the box, but does not lend itself to fluid game play...." Read more
"...All the pieces fit nicely in the organized box so you don’t have to take everything apart once your done." Read more
"...Really fun. Not too long not too short length of game time. Has entered into our weekly family game time!" Read more
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Cons: lengthy initial set-up, gameboard is difficult for all players to reach in a 6-player game, younger players may dislike or not fully understand the planning phase
I purchased this game with no prior knowledge of it because it was listed at a great sale price...
Now, having played this game with several different groups of people (ranging in age from 7-55), I can attest to it being a great family game! Everyone loved it!! It takes a bit of time for the initial set up, but once you have the train cars punched out and pieced together, future games are set up much faster. It's a unique game in that you plan all of your moves before they actually happen, and it offers a 3D game board (although the cactus and tumbleweed pieces are completely unnecessary, they are fun).
Each round consists of a planning (schemin') phase, where each player plays action cards for what they want to do in that round, followed by an action (stealin') phase, where those action cards come to life. If you're not paying close attention to the planning portion, some of your moves won't be able to come to fruition in the action portion. Your goal is to have the most money at the end of five rounds, by stealing from the train cars (or from your opponents) or by getting the $1,000 Gunslinger reward, for shooting the most people. (I know - stealing and shooting sound terrible... And as a kindergarten teacher, I wouldn't typically condone games that involve such things, but it is made as harmless as possible in this wild west game!)
I strongly suggest it if you're looking for a new family game night game!
We are a family of board game fans - Mom, Dad, 13 year old son, 9 year old daughter. We try to play at least one game every day, usually after dinner as our family time. Colt Express (like all of the Spiel des Jahres winners) is a great fit.
We like the sometimes-blind card programming mechanic: you take turns playing the card for the action you want to do into a pile in the middle of the table, and only after the whole round is programmed do you get to take turns doing those cards. Very often, this results in you having to do something unplanned or unwanted because someone else's action changes where you are, where the loot is, or where the marshal is waiting. Lots of laughter as we all face the chaos together - Mom and Dad's otherwise superior strategy skills are no match for this!
Of course the kids love the 3D cardboard train where the action takes place - and I love that things stay together in the box with simple cardboard dividers. The scenery is great and the meeples with their cowboy hats are darling.
We love the different characters (and their special abilities) and the overall theme of the game. It's not too long and not too short for a family to play - usually we play in 30-40 minutes, laughing and shouting "Stick 'em up!" the whole way. (Pictured also is the deLorean expansion car.)
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2016
We are a family of board game fans - Mom, Dad, 13 year old son, 9 year old daughter. We try to play at least one game every day, usually after dinner as our family time. Colt Express (like all of the Spiel des Jahres winners) is a great fit.
We like the sometimes-blind card programming mechanic: you take turns playing the card for the action you want to do into a pile in the middle of the table, and only after the whole round is programmed do you get to take turns doing those cards. Very often, this results in you having to do something unplanned or unwanted because someone else's action changes where you are, where the loot is, or where the marshal is waiting. Lots of laughter as we all face the chaos together - Mom and Dad's otherwise superior strategy skills are no match for this!
Of course the kids love the 3D cardboard train where the action takes place - and I love that things stay together in the box with simple cardboard dividers. The scenery is great and the meeples with their cowboy hats are darling.
We love the different characters (and their special abilities) and the overall theme of the game. It's not too long and not too short for a family to play - usually we play in 30-40 minutes, laughing and shouting "Stick 'em up!" the whole way. (Pictured also is the deLorean expansion car.)
We really liked the way you try to plan your moves ahead but different reactions can completely change what you'd expected to happen. This adds a nice element of surprise and the game never plays the same twice. There are also events and expert rules that you can add to make it even more interesting as you become more familiar with the game play.
Pro's:
1. Good party game that draws a lot of conversation
2. Takes about 40 mins to play. A little longer with more players
3. Cool looking train and gunfighter meeples
4. Awesome looking character cards. Also, each players gets their own special deck of cards.
4. Each character has their own special ability.
5. Game plays out like a movie that is written with a deck of cards
Cons
This is a tough one, because the game is good and I like it. But all the strategy is based on a deck of cards and nothing else. If you don't have the cards you need then that is it and your just out of luck. The game is strictly a party game that is not to be taken seriously. If you have a group like that then this is a good game and will get you some laughs.
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A special shout out to the game designers! The 3-D train and carriages are really well designed and take around 30 minutes to put together. The specially designed box, which allows them to be stored in their built state between games, is inspired and a really nice touch. Great stuff!
Ahora bien, en relación propiamente al juego, éste requiere de memoria, ahorita explico el porqué, y su mecánica consiste en programación de acciones; donde cada jugador jugará una carta a una pila común acorde a lo señalado en el escenario en turno. Al jugar todas las cartas para el escenario, éstas se jugarán una por una hasta la última carta, pudiéndose así mover por adentro o por arriba del trén, saquear a los pasajeros, atacar a los otros jugadores o mover al sheriff.
Entonces, en que parte entra la memoria, ésta entra durante la fase donde se juegan las cartas. Al estar colocando las cartas en la pila común cada jugador va revelando (o no si pasan por un túnel) que acción llevará a cabo. Por lo que en un vagón con una bolsa de dinero, si 2 jugadores quieren saquear, solamente el primero lo hará con éxito. Por otra parte, los puñetazos arrojan al golpeado a un vagón adyacente y el sheriff hace que los bandidos escapen al techo del vagón, pudiendo frustrar los planes de cualquiera.
Es muy divertido ver como un plan maestro puede ser destruido de un sólo golpe y muy satisfactorio cuando todo ocurre acorde al plan. Adicionalmente, cuenta con reglas especiales para 2 jugadores y equipos.