1-4 Players

14+ Years

60-90 Minutes

Parks and Rails is a fictional game I created to showcase a set of core gameplay concepts. It centers on railroad-building and tile-laying mechanics, blending strategic expansion with route optimization.

In the game, you take on the role of one of four asymmetric tycoons in the 19th century. As the government seeks to make the American West more appealing by opening national parks, you compete to connect these destinations by building rail lines, transporting tourists and expanding your network. Along the way, you can influence government decisions—either encouraging the opening of new parks or developing existing ones to attract even more visitors.