
- BGG rank
- BGG #3,273
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Voll verplant
- 1–6 players
- 20–60 min
- Complexity 1.7/5
- 2021

Rules assistance for MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto
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MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto is an expansion for Metro X released in 2022 for 1–6 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Hisashi Hayashi and its main mechanics are Paper-and-Pencil, Network and Route Building, and Solo / Solitaire Game.
In MetroX, players create subway networks by filling in the station spaces on their individual game sheets. Using the numbers revealed by the cards, all players fill up their subway map with ◯s in the station spaces. However, the number of times they can add stations to each line is limited, so they have to make tough choices. Players can score many points by getting their star bonuses in stations with many intersecting routes. Players also get bonuses by being the first to complete routes. Try to fill in all your stations to minimize the penalties and achieve a high score! MetroX: Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto includes three different maps to use with the rules in MetroX. Various gimmicks also appear, such as Kyoto with the largest number of lines, Sapporo with a ring road, Kobe with a huge station...
MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto supports 1–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto is 20 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto belongs to these categories: Number, Puzzle, and Trains. Its main mechanics are Paper-and-Pencil, Network and Route Building, and Solo / Solitaire Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto are: Hisashi Hayashi. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists MetroX: Extention Map Pack – Sapporo & Kobe & Kyoto as an expansion for Metro X. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Metro X to use it. Check that your edition of Metro X is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.