I enjoy playing "18xx" railroad games such as 1856 and 1870 by Mayfair Games. 1830 by Avalon Hill is also good, if you can find it.
These are multiplayer strategy games with typical play times of 4-6 hours or higher. Players invest in and operate railroad companies, with the goal of making the most money.
During the coarse of a game, train technology periodically improves and railroad track gets built across the landscape. In addition to the operation of railroad companies, players also engage in stock market speculation (or manipulation...). Once the initial turn order is decided, there is no "chance" element in the game.
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These are multiplayer strategy games with typical play times of 4-6 hours or higher. Players invest in and operate railroad companies, with the goal of making the most money.
During the coarse of a game, train technology periodically improves and railroad track gets built across the landscape. In addition to the operation of railroad companies, players also engage in stock market speculation (or manipulation ...). Once the initial turn order is decided, there is no "chance" element in the game.