Off the Rails

About this board game

Off the Rails is a strategic competitive tile-placement game for 1–4 players, with approximately 60 minutes of play time. Players control teams of gem-hungry goblins racing uncontrollable mine carts through underground tunnels to collect jewels before the earth collapses into the deadly chasm below.

Every decision combines thoughtful planning with urgent movement. Place tiles to shape the underground route, anticipate the chaos of the mine carts, and race your opponents toward the most valuable gems. The game is easy to pick up, while its strategic puzzle offers plenty for experienced players to master.

• Tile placement and forward planning
• Competitive racing for valuable jewels
• Uncontrollable mine carts and unpredictable anticipation
• Play for 1–4 players in about 60 minutes

Competition can be cut-throat as players pursue the richest haul and try to leave their rivals eating gold-dust. The challenge is not simply reaching the gems, but making the most of a dangerous route that is steadily being destroyed beneath you.

In Off the Rails, the board does not remain intact until the final turn. The game culminates in its total destruction, creating a dramatic race to escape the chasm with the most expensive gems. Can your goblins survive the collapse and claim victory before the underground world disappears?

Released in 2018, Off the Rails blends accessible rules with tense planning, competitive racing, and an out-of-control finish. It is a compelling choice for players who enjoy tile placement, strategic puzzles, and games where the board itself is ultimately doomed.