Oregon Trail

1981

Leonard H. Kanterman, Steven J. Ulberg

BGG Geek Rating

5.5

based on 50 ratings

BGG Average Rating

5.3

community average

BGG Ranking

#26356

all board games

Players

1-8

Weight

2.20/5.00

Playtime

120 min

⚙️ Game Mechanics

How this game works - core systems and player actions

Role Playing Action Points Variable Set-up Events Grid Movement Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Simulation Dice Rolling Hexagon Grid Movement Points

📂 Categories

Adventure Educational Exploration American West

🎨 Artists

Gene Day Steven J. Ulberg

🏢 Publishers

Fantasy Games Unlimited

📖 About This Game

Oregon Trail recreates the journeys of the pioneers who traveled across the Western U.S. during the 1820's - 1860's. To a certain extent it is a role-playing game, as players are cast into the role of Trail Boss, responsible for shepherding his party from their jumping-off point to their ultimate destination. Trail Bosses measure success (in relation to the other players) by retaining the highest percentage of the starting wagons, personnel and stock when they arrive at their final destination.