Autobahn
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 150 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.8 / 5
- Year
- 2022
About the game
Autobahn is an economic strategy game about building Germany's motorway network across three historical periods, from postwar reconstruction to the modern era. As a director within the BundesAutobahn Organisation, you'll build roads, ferry goods between regions, and construct petrol stations to grow your influence. Hand management and a tech-track system let you plan efficient routes and unlock new scoring opportunities over time. With a full solo mode, it's a deep pick-up-and-deliver game for 1-4 players.
Hobbli's Notes
Fabio Lopiano's designs consistently reward careful long-term planning, and Autobahn is no exception, layering hand management on top of a satisfying network-building puzzle. The historical German motorway theme is a fresh angle for an economic euro. It's a meaty game, so expect a proper strategy-night commitment rather than a casual filler.
What we like
- Strong, well-developed solo mode.
- Satisfying hand management and network building.
- Tech-track system offers varied strategic paths.
- Unique historical German motorway theme.
Keep in mind
- Rules and setup take real investment to learn.
- Playtime runs around 150 minutes.
- Dry economic theme may not appeal to narrative-focused players.
Who it's for
Suited to experienced euro-gamers aged 14+ who enjoy tight economic planning and route optimization, solo or with up to 4 players.
