This game is ok for what it is. It is a simple game where you try and get multiple cards of the same color, to match up with the corresponding colors on the routes on the map. You score points for going from one city to another, scoring more for larger routes. You draw "destination cards" that have 2 cities on them, and if you connect them you score bonus points. The game consists of players making their own routes longer, or blocking other players. Not very much to it, and it is really annoying when 5 turns go by and you never get the cards you need. There is a decent amount of strategy in this game, but it is nowhere near as fun as Power Grid, Carcassonne, Puerto Rico, or 7 Wonders. I have tried to enjoy this game, because the hype must come from somewhere, but to no avail. If you want to begin getting into fun board games that are not too difficult, but better than monopoly or sorry that you grew up with, I would recommend 7 Wonders or Carcassonne.