Question 1

What’s the premise of this game and could a 3 year old play?

Accepted Answer

I recently bought this game and have played it with my 3.5 year old a few times. He loves it, but I have modified the game a bit to account for his age.

For instance, we play his turns together, which means there's less strategy since I know exactly what routes he's trying to travel.

The ticket cards have icons on them representing the cities, so that helps a lot, since he cannot read yet, but he can match the images on the cards to those on the board.

Overall, I'd say this is a stretch board game for a 3 year old, but totally possible. It helps that my toddler loves trains, so this game holds his attention.

Question 2

Is this too young for a child turning 10?

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Yes.  I bought this as a Christmas present for my daughter last year (when she was 9), b/c she was hesitant to try "real" Ticket to Ride.  We played this "Junior" version exactly ONCE.  The "light went on" for my 9-year-old, as I suggested there really wasn't that much more "complication" in the "real" TtR.  She then tried TtR, and loved it.  We have all the expansions, etc., and play it regularly--and she beats me most of the time . . . !

So after playing the "Junior" version ONCE--we took it to McKay's (used books & games, etc.) and sold it.

My advice is, if your child is "turning 10"--then go ahead and get the "regular" Ticket to Ride; I definitely recommend the "1910" expansion as well, particularly to get the "full-size" train cards.  Have fun!

Question 3

how does this compare to ticket to ride days of wonder

Accepted Answer

The Ticket to Ride First Journey is our first and only game of the many Ticket to Ride board games. The analogy that I have seen is that the Days of Wonder and  First Journey are comparable to traditional Monopoly and Monopoly Jr. It takes less time to play, is less complicated but the strategy of the game is the same. My family with 7 and 8 yr old boys have had a great time playing the game!

Question 4

Is this the American or Europe board game?

Accepted Answer

The blue box is the American version building train connection across america

ASIN	B01MQ4IKQJ
Age Range Description	6 years
Are Batteries Required	No
Best Sellers Rank	#7,846 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #179 in Board Games (Toys & Games)
Brand Name	Asmodee
CPSIA Cautionary Statement	Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable
Color	Multi
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,811)
Edition	Junior Edition
Educational Objective	Develop strategic thinking, planning, and decision-making skills; promote family bonding and social interaction
Estimated Playing Time	22 Minutes
Game Mechanics	Hand Management, Route/Network Building
Genre	Family, Strategy
Global Trade Identification Number	00824968201251
Included Components	1 Game Board; 80 Plastic Trains; 72 Train Cards; 32 Ticket Cards; 4 Bonus Ticket Cards & 1 “Golden Ticket” Card; 1 Rulesheet
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	10.88 x 10.88 x 2.13 inches
Item Dimensions L x W	10.88"L x 10.88"W
Item Type Name	Board Game
Item Weight	2.52 Pounds
Manufacturer	Asmodee
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	180.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	72.0
Manufacturer Part Number	DO7225
Material Type	Cardboard
Minimum Age Recomendation	72
Model Number	DO7225
Number of Items	1
Number of Players	2-4
Operation Mode	Manual
Rulebook Availability	Printed Included
Set Name	Ticket to Ride
Size	Junior Edition
Supported Battery Types	No batteries required
Theme	Transportation
UPC	824968201251
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Ticket to Ride First Journey - Kids Train Board Game for Families, Strategy for Children, Board Games for Kids, Family Fun for Children & Families, 2-4 Players Ages 6+, 15-30 Min

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