Become a rail baron like Cornelius Vanderbilt or Leland Stanford by building your railroad empire across the country, making train trips from city to city. Each trip pays a reward allowing you to purchase railroads and build your empire. Other players pay to travel on your railroads speeding you to a win. Multiple player modes possible with one or more persons and one or more automated players. Obstacles appear at random locations and will slow your trips. Prizes appear at random locations providing bonus points. Map out the best route to your destination and buy strategically placed routes and you will be on your way to winning the game!