RB Player
Version 2.10.1
Shareware
Millions of games played!

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"Great game!" -RS

"Can't stop playing it!" -JK

"One of the best computer from board game conversions I have ever seen." -AS

"I love RBP because, unlike most games, it is actually a challenge to win consistently against the computer." -BB
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Play Rail Baron on Your Computer!

RB Player is a computer version of this classic railroad boardgame. Play 1) solo vs. the computer, 2) hotseat, or 3) online vs. your friends via the Internet. RBP is an open system: it works with virtually any map definition, and comes with a standard USA map. You can even create your own alternate game maps. Features:


  • it's fast: typical matches take just 20 minutes per human participant
  • Web play: no special server needed, just pick a GM and connect
  • adjustable AI: modify the skill and style of computer opponents
  • create and configure your own AI opponents
  • statistical reports: city service, monopolies, net worth, dice rolls, and much more
  • Boardgame Conductor window: does all the table lookups for you
  • continuous play option: study effect of skill and play style by letting computer players oppose each other repeatedly
  • save games to disk for recordkeeping or to resume later
  • includes context-sensitive on-line help
  • for a fun, new challenge, play on an alternate map
  • download free multimedia add-ons
  • software FAQ
  • What's new in RBP
RBP Download

HW&SW Required:

"Wintel" computer

256 or more color display

4M or more RAM available

mouse or pointing device

Microsoft Windows 3.1 or compatible (95, 98, NT4, ME, 2000, XP, etc.)
Please note that RBP is intended for those who already own a copy of the board game. Download from here:

    RBP.ZIP (approx. 825k; 1.4M after installation)

SIMPLE INSTALL It's easy: after downloading, just unzip RBP.ZIP and run RBP.EXE. Want detailed instructions? See below.
INSTALL DETAILS


Trouble downloading or installing? Get a copy playable right from diskette or CD.
  • 1) Use Windows "My Computer" to find the folder/subdirectory into which you saved the RBP.ZIP download.
  • 2) If your version of Windows can uncompress ZIP files:
    • double-click on RBP.ZIP from within Windows
    • tell it to extract all files (choose File, Extract All)
    • specify where to extract the files to, such as C:\RBP
    • If your Windows cannot uncompress ZIP files,use WinZip or PkUnZip.
  • 3) Double click the RBP locomotive icon to run RBP.EXE, or find RB Player in the Windows list of "All Programs".
If an RBP locomotive icon does not appear on your Windows desktop, you can create one manually: right click on an empty area of your Desktop, and select New, Shortcut. When Windows prompts you to type the location of the item, enter the path to where you installed the program, such as C:\RBP\RBP.EXE

For other basic information, including a manual installation alternative, view the README.TXT file.
REGISTRATION BENEFITS RBP's registration fee is $25. Registration entitles you to the following benefits:
  • use of RBP past the free, initial 30-day period
  • ability to play on alternate game maps
  • a copy of the USR map (same as USA map, except with more balanced RR prices)
  • download more multimedia (RR station pictures) for USA and USR maps
  • discounts on other maps and the map editor purchased at the same time
  • technical support via email
  • free shareware upgrades for the life of your computer
RBxxx Alternate Maps

Computer and Paper Versions Available
For a fun, new challenge, play Rail Baron on an alternate map! Available maps include US2 (like USA, except with 140 RRs), UNE (northeastern US), NYC (the NYC subway system), and BWA (the Baltimore/Washington Area).

Alternate maps in computer format
Alternate maps in boardgame format
Download free multimedia add-ons for a map
RBPEdit

 Create Your Own Game Maps
RBPEdit is our graphics editor program that helps you modify existing RBP game maps, and create new ones. Detailed information can be found on the RBPEdit page.
RB Player

 On disk or disc
Trouble downloading RBP from above? We can send it to you on 3.5" diskette instead if you pre-pay the registration fee. Note that after running RBP on your computer, you will need to contact us to obtain a registration passcode. To order, use the form described in "How to Order" below.

Must have it on CD? Order the RB Player Ambassador CD.

How to Order
Click for printable order form, or email copy & paste order form

Ordering details/instructions

Rail Baron is The Avalon Hill Game Company's/Hasbro's Trademark for its Empire Building Game. The software and alternate maps described here are not products of The Avalon Hill Game Company or Hasbro. RB Player is an authorized computer version of the game. RB Player and RBxxx map names are trademarks of Intersystem Concepts, Inc.

Questions? Problems? Just e-mail us.