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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 12, 2015
  • November 30, 2020

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Engage in a challenging economic strategy game set during the Industrial Revolution. Build industries, connect cities with canals and rails, and trade goods to amass wealth and outmaneuver opponents. The most successful entrepreneur wins.

Build industries (Cotton Mills, Coal, Iron)
Connect towns with canals and rails
Develop industries for effectiveness
Trade goods for profit
AI opponent
Network and local multiplayer
In-game tutorial and manual
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What's New in Brass

1.11

November 30, 2020

- Bugfixes

User reviews

Well implemented but with one big thing missing

This is a great digital implementation of what is now Brass: Lancashire. It is actually the original version of the game, predating Lancashire, but the two are very similar. The bots are okay for learning the basics, but their strategies are too rigid and basic to be good much beyond that.

The biggest problem is that the online functionality doesn’t work. Which is a real shame.
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Faithful.

Like most other ‘board game video games’, it doesn’t quite have the same charm as the real life counterpart; but it’s a 1:1 recreation of the board game so if you are looking for a way to play Brass: Lancashire on the go, this is your best bet.

Excellent game! Decent app! Lousy tutorial

Love this game! I wouldn't have learned how to play it though if i didn't have the physical version. The lack of a good tutorial is unfortunate.

Good game, but can’t play online

Good game. Good interface. Can’t register or login to play online.

When I try to register, it says check your internet connection and try again later. When I try to login, it says connecting and freezes forever. And yes, my internet is fine. And yes, I’ve rebooted the app and my iPad multiple times and retried. Same issues every time. Developers…please help!
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Good app, but limitations for play

Please add an undo button, it is so easy to make a mistake clicking and it ruins the game. Please allow for online games with real players and AI - my husband and I want to play a four player setup with the computer. Add filters and search features for online games, it is insane to have to scroll for several minutes!

Nice visuals and gameplay otherwise but really need these fixes.
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Login/registration issues for online play

Bug

Unresponsive UI elements during gameplay

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when building connections

Bug

Distant market values changing unexpectedly

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add undo functionality

Feature

Improve online game management (search, notifications, etc.)

Feature

Provide more difficulty levels for AI opponents

Feature

Add support for the Brass: Birmingham version

Feature

Allow viewing of past game boards and statistics

Feature

FAQ

What is Brass?

Brass is a demanding economic strategy board game set during the Industrial Revolution. Players act as entrepreneurs aiming to build industries, connect cities, and trade goods to become the wealthiest entrepreneur.

What are the key features of Brass?

Key features include building various industries like Cotton Mills, selling Coal and Iron, connecting towns with canals and rails, developing industries for better efficiency, and trading goods strategically. It also offers AI opponents and multiplayer modes.

How much does Brass cost?

Brass is a paid application. You purchase it once and can play it on all your devices, as it is a universal game application.

What devices is Brass compatible with?

Brass is designed for iPad and offers the best experience on it. It is a universal game application, meaning you buy it once and can play on all your devices. It works in any orientation (portrait & landscape).

What are the main ways to win in Brass?

To win in Brass, you need to be the most effective entrepreneur. This involves using produced supplies, activating industries, upgrading rails, and saving money. The player who amasses the most 'brass' (money) through strategic building and trading wins.