Ticket to Ride: FAQ

[Bella]

All aboard, Ticket to Ride players! The highly anticipated new game by Marmalade Game Studio is pulling into the station soon. We've compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you prepare for the journey ahead!

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on Steam, mobile and consoles.

How much does the game cost?
The cost will vary between platforms. On Steam, the base game will be priced at $14.99/£12.79/€14.79.

What’s new in the new game?
This is a brand new reimagining of the beloved board game by Marmalade Game Studio, the digital board game experts, featuring a number of new additions and improvements alongside existing features like leaderboards, Pass & Play, Local Play, and more:

• Vibrant new visuals and 3D flourishes that bring the board game to life
  Improved AI for a real challenge, and a wide range of personality types so that you can have the solo experience that suits you best
  
• Customise your appearance and express yourself! Choose from a large cast of characters to represent you, and pick your preferred colour. For the first time, customise your trains by choosing a locomotive and carriage that everyone will see when you claim a route
  
• Full cross-play across all platforms
  
• Two map view options: Choose between detailed or simplified map
  
• A post-launch update will introduce Adventures, a meta narrative with challenges to beat in order to advance the story and unlock rewards
  
• Regular updates will continue to add new features

We’ll continue to work with the community to deliver compelling content, with the ultimate goal being to support every existing physical expansion, as well as brand new digitally exclusive expansions!

Will there be in-app purchases?
Yes, expansions and cosmetics can be purchased within the game.

What maps will the game launch with?
The initial release includes the North America and Europe maps, with the Europe map being a DLC, and more maps planned for future updates.

What multiplayer options does the new game have?
The new game supports a wealth of multiplayer options. Choose whether to play with friends or with random players, and choose the speed of game that suits you best. From a highly competitive game that can be completed in 15 minutes, to a more relaxed one that can be completed at your own pace, over days, with push notifications alerting you when it is your turn.

Can I share in-app content with my family members?
Yes, it’s possible, and we encourage you to share your in-app content with your family members.

The process of sharing depends on the platform you are using and it’s important to keep in mind that each platform comes with its own set of guidelines. For this reason, we highly recommend that you take the time to read up on the relevant platform’s guidelines before purchasing in-app content with the intent to share it with your family members.

On Steam, you can share in-app content with members of your Family Library group, but you’re prevented from playing the game at the same time. For more information, please visit this page.

Does the new game support cross-play?
Yes, like all Marmalade games, full cross-play is supported, across PC, mobile and console.

If I purchase in-app content on one platform, do I get access to it on others?
Yes, but not for consoles. You can access purchased content across different platforms as long as you are signed in with the same Bubble account. However, please note that this feature does not apply to consoles, and the base game still needs to be purchased separately on each device.

If you're experiencing any issues with this, please reach out to [e-mail] and we'll be happy to assist.

How long does a game last?
The new game supports a wide range of game modes and speeds, from a Blitz game that can be completed in as little as 15 minutes, up to a virtually endless game where you and your friends can play at your own pace and come back to the game whenever you want.

Can I pause or rejoin matches? Is the game asynchronous?
There are a number of different speed settings for multiplayer games, so that you can play at the pace you prefer. For games with shorter timers, you’re expected to finish the game in a single session (typically an hour or less) – you’ll be able to rejoin the game if you’re disconnected or have to briefly suspend the game, but if you take too long then you’ll be replaced by an AI, so as not to disrupt the other players too much.

However, the game also supports asynchronous games with much longer timers, so that games can be played over multiple sessions. In this mode, each player is alerted by notification when it’s their turn, which they can take at their leisure, when they have the time. These games can potentially take days to complete, or even up to a month if playing in an asynchronous friends game without timers.

What languages does the game support?
The new game supports English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Portuguese (Brazilian).

Are there achievements?
Yes, there will be achievements in-game. On Steam and consoles, these achievements will be linked to platform-specific achievement systems (such as Sony’s trophies).

CLASSIC EDITION

What is the sunset plan for Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition?
Marmalade Game Studio is responsible for the new Ticket to Ride video game. Any inquiries or concerns regarding the sunset plans for the classic edition should be directed to Twin Sails via their support page[asmodee.helpshift.com].

Do I need to buy this game again if I already own the old game?
Yes, but users of the old game will be given a code that they can use to unlock an exclusive reward in the new game.

Can I get a discount on the new game if I owned the old game?
No, but there is an exclusive reward, as mentioned above. We've been working closely with our community to better understand your needs, and as part of our appreciation for your support, we have always planned to offer the Europe map as a gift to all players who own Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition. This is a decision we've made independently, with the sole intention of giving back and showing our commitment to the community.

Can I transfer my expansion purchases from the old game to the new game?
No, expansions will have to be purchased again in the new game.

Can I sign into Asmodee.net on the new game and keep my friends list?
No, the new game uses Marmalade’s Bubble platform for social features. You’ll need to add your friends again there.

FUTURE FEATURES

Will you add more features in the future?
Marmalade Game Studio has a long history of making live games that are continually developed and added to over the years. We will continue to work with the community to make the ultimate version of Ticket to Ride, so if you have great ideas for features or content, get involved in our community and tell us! Share your feature requests by starting a new discussion on our Steam community or by joining our Discord community[discord.gg].

Does the new game have leaderboards?
Yes! Online Leaderboards and Single-Player Leaderboards are available.

Are you going to support expansion [x]?
Our aim is to eventually support all of the most popular Ticket to Ride expansions. Join the community to help us decide what to add next!

Does the game support Pass & Play?
Yes! You can play the game with your friends and family on the same device by taking turns and passing the device/controller to each other. Local Play with companion app will also be supported.

Do you have any other questions? Feel free to ask them below!

join the Marmalade Game Studio Discord server[discord.gg] to chat with our developers, participate in events and giveaways, and stay up to date with the latest announcements!

[bostondvd]

Do you have any more timeline information available for releases on specific platforms?

[codefiant]

"Vibrant new visuals and 3D flourishes that bring the board game to life".

How will this affect the game's performance on older or lower-end computers and very small screens? The digital version is the version my family plays; we don't even own the physical game. We really like how it keeps track of the scores for us, making it easier for my parents to play. But my laptop is 5 years old (I have a desktop for resource-needy games), my parents aren't gamers to begin with so their laptops are on the lower end of the scale, and my dad's laptop is one of the tiny lightweight ones - I'd guess that the screen is 10 inches, 11 tops. Will this game run well enough for us to actually enjoy it?

[Bella]

Originally posted by bostondvd:

Do you have any more timeline information available for releases on specific platforms?

Hi there, thanks for your interest in our game! As of now, we've locked in a release date for Steam on November 14th. While we don't have set release dates for other platforms at the moment, we're aiming for early 2024. We can't wait to share more details with you as soon as we're ready. Stay tuned!

[Bella]

Originally posted by codefiant:

"Vibrant new visuals and 3D flourishes that bring the board game to life".

How will this affect the game's performance on older or lower-end computers and very small screens? The digital version is the version my family plays; we don't even own the physical game. We really like how it keeps track of the scores for us, making it easier for my parents to play. But my laptop is 5 years old (I have a desktop for resource-needy games), my parents aren't gamers to begin with so their laptops are on the lower end of the scale, and my dad's laptop is one of the tiny lightweight ones - I'd guess that the screen is 10 inches, 11 tops. Will this game run well enough for us to actually enjoy it?

That's a super valid question, and we totally understand your concern. Our development team is fully aware of the importance of optimising the game to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone, regardless of their device's specifications. You can expect to enjoy the vibrant 3D visuals on your device without sacrificing performance. Please let us know if you have any other questions! 🙂

[StevoPhilo]

Just to be clear. As a classic purchaser we will have to buy the new TTR game from Marmalade, but we will get Europe free on launch? Are there plans for Local play (LAN/wifi direct) when mobile is release?

[kb]

How about the importance of keeping the old servers up and instead building compelling new content so maybe I'd *want* to purchase that instead of looking for alternatives?! y'all suck (at least at the greedy exec level)

[bostondvd]

Originally posted by kb:

How about the importance of keeping the old servers up and instead building compelling new content so maybe I'd *want* to purchase that instead of looking for alternatives?! y'all suck (at least at the greedy exec level)

That's a valid question, but should be directed to Asmodee, Days of Wonder, and/or Twin Sails (the developer and runner of the current app's servers). Marmalade doesn't really have anything at all to do with the current app or its servers and doesn't really have any influence on Twin Sails. They're just trying to create a new digital version of TTR, and we're hoping that they'll have responsive support, quick fixes when bugs emerge, and compelling content. If they don't, THEN we can complain about/to them.

[Bella]

Originally posted by StevoPhilo:

Just to be clear. As a classic purchaser we will have to buy the new TTR game from Marmalade, but we will get Europe free on launch? Are there plans for Local play (LAN/wifi direct) when mobile is release?

Hi there! That's correct, the base game will need to be purchased, but the Europe DLC will be given for free to Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition players.

Multiplayer modes will require a net connection, we don't support LAN/wifi direct modes at this time. We'll keep the community posted on any updates to this!

[el douché]

Is there any option or plan to allow plain map style graphics for backgrounds (e.g. as per the board game/digital implementation) instead of the highly detailed colour background shown for the maps in this implementation?

[bittercup]

£13?????? ok nvm guess ill wait for a sale

[xploring]

How many maps are included with the base game? I see America only, is it only one map or are there state maps too?

[bostondvd]

Originally posted by xploring:

How many maps are included with the base game? I see America only, is it only one map or are there state maps too?

USA is included with the base game, Europe is also available as a DLC, and is included free for owners of the old app.

[Snorkel]

So apparently the Classic Edition's forum isn't even showing up in searches any more. It's here, in case anyone is looking for it:
https://steamcommunity.com/app/108200/discussions/

[JimKata]

"Yes, but users of the old game will be given a code that they can use to unlock an exclusive reward in the new game."

How do I get the code?

[Snorkel]

Originally posted by keith.callbeck:

"Yes, but users of the old game will be given a code that they can use to unlock an exclusive reward in the new game."

How do I get the code?

You should find you already have the Europe DLC in your account, and you don't need to do anything.