Pionjär (1958)

About this game

From the rules: 'They came as poor immigrants - the ticket to cross the Atlantic had consumed most of the money earned back in Sweden - but they were rich on optimism, energy and and enterprising attitude.' Farm, hunt, gamble in the saloon and mine gold from 1858 to 1862. The game starts with a race for the best property, which is then used to harvest grain and timber. Special routes on the board allows for fish, buffalo and gold income. You can also frequent a saloon, drug store and be sent to prison.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 6.
• Rules load. At 2.2/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.