Mississippi Queen

In the Mississippi Queen board game, players take on the role of captains, racing their paddle wheelers down the Mississippi River. As you journey, you'll pick up passengers, but beware - coal supplies on board are limited. This means you must plan each ship's acceleration and maneuvers carefully. At the start, the twists and turns of the river are a mystery, revealed only as your ship moves downstream. So, stay alert at the wheel and be ready to change course. This edition includes the original 1997 Spiel des Jahres - winning base game and The Black Rose expansion. With this expansion, you can increase the player count to six. The 'Black Rose', a black paddle wheeler controlled by the player in last place, is a game - changer. It doesn't need coal and can be used to slow down leading opponents. The game offers basic rules similar to the original and advanced rules with elements like floating logs and sand bars from The Black Rose expansion.

How to play: First, set up the game board according to the instructions. Each player gets a paddle - wheeler. Start the race down the Mississippi River and try to pick up passengers along the way. Remember, coal is limited, so plan your ship's acceleration and turns carefully. The river's layout is revealed as you move downstream, so keep your eyes peeled and be ready to change your course. When using The Black Rose expansion, if you're in last place, you can control the 'Black Rose' boat. It doesn't need coal and can be used to mess with the leading players. Things to note: Read the basic and advanced rules carefully before starting. Make sure all players understand how to use coal and how the special features of the expansion work. Maintenance: Keep the game pieces in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing the board and cards to direct sunlight for a long time to prevent fading. If the pieces get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.