Freedom: The Underground Railroad (Kickstarter Special)

Board Game Geek Rating: 7.03. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.61. This game is for 1 to 4 players and was published in 2012. It's the Kickstarter Edition of Freedom: The Underground Railroad Board Game. Note: Unless stated otherwise, paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign aren't included. In the early days of the United States, slavery seemed unshakable. But with the efforts of many, it was finally overthrown. In this card - driven, cooperative board game, players work for the abolitionist movement to end slavery in the US. You'll use cards featuring historical figures and events from Early Independence to the Civil War, action tokens, and your role benefits. You need to balance freeing slaves from southern plantations and raising funds for the abolitionist cause. There are also slave catchers on the board, trying to send runaway slaves back. By careful planning and teamwork, you might end slavery in your game time. At TheGameSteward, we're happy to support campaigns like this. A good part of your spending on this game will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. If you have questions about buying this Freedom: The Underground Railroad Kickstarter Special Edition game online or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.

How to play: First, gather 1 to 4 players. Each player gets a role with its own benefits. Use the cards that show figures and events from Early Independence to the Civil War, along with action tokens, to make moves. Try to balance freeing slaves from southern plantations and raising funds. Remember, the goal is to end slavery in the United States through the abolitionist movement. Pay attention to the slave catchers on the board; they'll react to the slaves' movements. Tips: Work together with other players. Plan your actions carefully to achieve the right balance between freeing slaves and raising funds. Notice that unless otherwise stated, the paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign aren't included. Maintenance: Keep the cards and tokens in a dry place. Don't expose them to direct sunlight for a long time. If the cards get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.