FRENCH VERSION BELOW
Ladies and gentlemen, here is THE day ! Registrations for the Ticket to Ride 20th Anniversary Tournament are now open ! You'll find the link to register below :
20/11 NEW : As the first CET tournament is already full, a new Central European Time Tournament is open to registration.
25/11 NEW : As the second CET tournament and the first EST tournament are also full, two new tournaments are now open forregistration.
Central European Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339381 (FULL)
Central European Time 2 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=340835 (FULL)
Central European Time 3 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=341915 (FULL)
Central European Time 4 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=343304
China Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339384
Eastern Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339386 (FULL)
Eastern Standard Time 2 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=341900
Pacific Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339387
Be careful to take notice of the rules. The main points are :
- 2 players games, turn based mode, with a 5 days limit;
- only 1 registration is allowed ! If a player registers in more than one tournament, he will not have access to prizes or qualification to the next phase.
This hybrid tournament will unfold in multiple stages:
- BGA Tournament:
- Qualifying Phase with single-elimination rounds
- Semi-finals with Swiss rounds
- Grand Finale: The top players will be invited to Paris for an in-person final, scheduled for May 2025..
Therefore, you have to be an adult, who can travel to Paris in May 2025, to be able to play in this live finale.
You'll find the complete rules below :
Ticket to Ride 20th anniversary World Tournament
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Ticket to Ride, Days of Wonder is hosting a worldwide tournament to honor this beloved game and its players!
This hybrid tournament will unfold in multiple stages:
- BGA Tournament:
- Qualifying Phase with single-elimination rounds
- Semi-finals with Swiss rounds
- Grand Finale: The top 8 players will be invited to Paris for an in-person final, scheduled for May 2025 (exact date and details to be announced).
BGA Tournament - Qualifiers (December 1, 2024 - January 15, 2025)
Registration and Eligibility
Multiple tournaments will be held across different time slots, each linked to a specific time zone:
- Central European Time (CET)
- China Standard Time (CST)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Pacific Standard Time (PST)
The tournament is open only to adults, and each event can host up to 512 players, with a minimum of 33 players required to start a tournament.
Any adult with a Board Game Arena account with at least 100 ELO and 50 karma points at registration can participate, choosing only one tournament time slot. Duplicate entries may result in disqualification from the semi-finals and eligibility for prizes.
This hybrid tournament includes an in-person final in Paris (France). Each participant must be able to:
- Be available for the final in Paris in May (exact date to be provided)
- Have the ability to travel to Paris (travel costs covered by the tournament organizers, see Prizes section)
- Possess valid travel documents (passport, visa, etc.) at the time of the final in Paris (May)
If a BGA finalist cannot meet these requirements, the next ranked player (based on the semi-final standings) will be invited as a replacement.
For any questions, participants may contact Rwain directly via BGA messaging.
BGA Tournament Format
Games will be played in turn-based mode, featuring:
- Qualifying Phase: Single-elimination (1v1) – players are eliminated after a loss.
- Semi-Finals: Swiss rounds (1v1) – each player plays an equal number of matches, facing opponents with similar provisional rankings. A final ranking is established based on results.
Players will be notified for each turn and have a 30-hour time reserve to play each move. This reserve decreases only during official tournament hours (e.g., from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the reserve remains stable after 10 p.m.). If a player's time reserve is fully depleted, their opponent may expel them, resulting in an automatic loss.
Tournament Schedule
Qualifying Phase (December 1, 2024 - January 15, 2025)
Each match is a single-elimination, turn-based game over five days. If no winner emerges by the end of the period, the player with the most time left is declared the winner.
- Start of qualifying tournaments: 12/01/2024
- End of qualifying phase: 01/15/2025
Top players from each qualifying tournament will advance to the semi-finals. The number of players advancing depends on the number of participants:
- 257-512 players: 8 qualifiers
- 129-256 players: 4 qualifiers
- 65-128 players: 2 qualifiers
- 33-64 players: 1 qualifier
- Under 32 players: tournament is not held
Semi-Finals (January 25, 2025 - March 1, 2025)
Top players from each qualifying tournament advance to the semi-finals, competing in multiple Swiss rounds, 1v1, with each match lasting five days. If no winner is decided, the player with the most time remaining is declared the victor.
At the end of each match, a provisional ranking is established. Subsequent matchups are based on rankings: 1st vs. 2nd, 3rd vs. 4th, and so on. A final ranking will determine the top 8 players who will compete in Paris in May 2025.
- Semi-finals begin: 01/25/2025
- Semi-finals end: 03/01/2025
A final ranking will be used to select the 8 finalists for the in-person finale in Paris.
Tie-Breaking
In the event of a tie during a match, the player with th highest number of tickets completed is the winner. If there's still a tie, the player with the longest track is the the winner.
For ties in final rankings after all semi-final matches, the combined scores of each player’s opponents will be used as a tie-breaker. If a tie persists, the combined ELO scores of the opponents will decide the outcome.
Prizes
Each qualifying tournament winner will receive a Ticket to Ride product bundle.
After the semi-finals, the top 8 players will be invited to Paris for the grand finale in May 2025 (exact date to follow). Days of Wonder will cover travel and accommodation for each finalist. Many surprises await!
Contact and Data Protection
By registering, participants agree to be contacted via BGA messaging and email for tournament organization purposes. Personal information such as email, phone number, name, passport or ID number, etc., may be requested. This data will be handled securely and deleted after the event, in compliance with GDPR.
Disclaimer
Technical issues beyond our control may occur. Days of Wonder will not be held liable for any inconveniences due to such problems. We appreciate your understanding and encourage sportsmanship and fair play throughout the tournament.
No complaints regarding final decisions, results, or prizes will be accepted, except in cases of manifest error.
Link to the full rules : https://cdn.svc.asmodee.net/production- ... -Rules.pdf
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Le saviez-vous ? Les Aventuriers du Rail US fêtent leurs 20 ans !
https://www.instagram.com/p/DB8h44KRLzi/
Et pour célébrer cet anniversaire, Days of Wonders nous propose un tournoi mondial sur notre plateforme de jeux préférée, Board Game Arena ! L'ouverture des inscriptions est pour bientôt, mais attention, le tournoi ne sera ouvert qu'aux joueurs ayant atteint un ELO 100 sur la version US. Alors si vous souhaitez pouvoir participer, n'hésitez pas à faire le nécessaire pour être éligible !
Plus d'infos bientôt !
Did you know ? Ticket to Ride celebrates its 20th anniversary. For the occasion, a world tournament will take place on our favorite website, Board Game Arena ! Registrations will open soon, but ELO 100 is needed to participate. Do not hesitate to play some games on the US Map to reach 100 ELO before it starts !
More to come soon...
Ladies and gentlemen, here is THE day ! Registrations for the Ticket to Ride 20th Anniversary Tournament are now open ! You'll find the link to register below :
20/11 NEW : As the first CET tournament is already full, a new Central European Time Tournament is open to registration.
25/11 NEW : As the second CET tournament and the first EST tournament are also full, two new tournaments are now open forregistration.
Central European Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339381 (FULL)
Central European Time 2 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=340835 (FULL)
Central European Time 3 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=341915 (FULL)
Central European Time 4 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=343304
China Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339384
Eastern Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339386 (FULL)
Eastern Standard Time 2 : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=341900
Pacific Standard Time : https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=339387
Be careful to take notice of the rules. The main points are :
- 2 players games, turn based mode, with a 5 days limit;
- only 1 registration is allowed ! If a player registers in more than one tournament, he will not have access to prizes or qualification to the next phase.
This hybrid tournament will unfold in multiple stages:
- BGA Tournament:
- Qualifying Phase with single-elimination rounds
- Semi-finals with Swiss rounds
- Grand Finale: The top players will be invited to Paris for an in-person final, scheduled for May 2025..
Therefore, you have to be an adult, who can travel to Paris in May 2025, to be able to play in this live finale.
You'll find the complete rules below :
Ticket to Ride 20th anniversary World Tournament
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Ticket to Ride, Days of Wonder is hosting a worldwide tournament to honor this beloved game and its players!
This hybrid tournament will unfold in multiple stages:
- BGA Tournament:
- Qualifying Phase with single-elimination rounds
- Semi-finals with Swiss rounds
- Grand Finale: The top 8 players will be invited to Paris for an in-person final, scheduled for May 2025 (exact date and details to be announced).
BGA Tournament - Qualifiers (December 1, 2024 - January 15, 2025)
Registration and Eligibility
Multiple tournaments will be held across different time slots, each linked to a specific time zone:
- Central European Time (CET)
- China Standard Time (CST)
- Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Pacific Standard Time (PST)
The tournament is open only to adults, and each event can host up to 512 players, with a minimum of 33 players required to start a tournament.
Any adult with a Board Game Arena account with at least 100 ELO and 50 karma points at registration can participate, choosing only one tournament time slot. Duplicate entries may result in disqualification from the semi-finals and eligibility for prizes.
This hybrid tournament includes an in-person final in Paris (France). Each participant must be able to:
- Be available for the final in Paris in May (exact date to be provided)
- Have the ability to travel to Paris (travel costs covered by the tournament organizers, see Prizes section)
- Possess valid travel documents (passport, visa, etc.) at the time of the final in Paris (May)
If a BGA finalist cannot meet these requirements, the next ranked player (based on the semi-final standings) will be invited as a replacement.
For any questions, participants may contact Rwain directly via BGA messaging.
BGA Tournament Format
Games will be played in turn-based mode, featuring:
- Qualifying Phase: Single-elimination (1v1) – players are eliminated after a loss.
- Semi-Finals: Swiss rounds (1v1) – each player plays an equal number of matches, facing opponents with similar provisional rankings. A final ranking is established based on results.
Players will be notified for each turn and have a 30-hour time reserve to play each move. This reserve decreases only during official tournament hours (e.g., from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the reserve remains stable after 10 p.m.). If a player's time reserve is fully depleted, their opponent may expel them, resulting in an automatic loss.
Tournament Schedule
Qualifying Phase (December 1, 2024 - January 15, 2025)
Each match is a single-elimination, turn-based game over five days. If no winner emerges by the end of the period, the player with the most time left is declared the winner.
- Start of qualifying tournaments: 12/01/2024
- End of qualifying phase: 01/15/2025
Top players from each qualifying tournament will advance to the semi-finals. The number of players advancing depends on the number of participants:
- 257-512 players: 8 qualifiers
- 129-256 players: 4 qualifiers
- 65-128 players: 2 qualifiers
- 33-64 players: 1 qualifier
- Under 32 players: tournament is not held
Semi-Finals (January 25, 2025 - March 1, 2025)
Top players from each qualifying tournament advance to the semi-finals, competing in multiple Swiss rounds, 1v1, with each match lasting five days. If no winner is decided, the player with the most time remaining is declared the victor.
At the end of each match, a provisional ranking is established. Subsequent matchups are based on rankings: 1st vs. 2nd, 3rd vs. 4th, and so on. A final ranking will determine the top 8 players who will compete in Paris in May 2025.
- Semi-finals begin: 01/25/2025
- Semi-finals end: 03/01/2025
A final ranking will be used to select the 8 finalists for the in-person finale in Paris.
Tie-Breaking
In the event of a tie during a match, the player with th highest number of tickets completed is the winner. If there's still a tie, the player with the longest track is the the winner.
For ties in final rankings after all semi-final matches, the combined scores of each player’s opponents will be used as a tie-breaker. If a tie persists, the combined ELO scores of the opponents will decide the outcome.
Prizes
Each qualifying tournament winner will receive a Ticket to Ride product bundle.
After the semi-finals, the top 8 players will be invited to Paris for the grand finale in May 2025 (exact date to follow). Days of Wonder will cover travel and accommodation for each finalist. Many surprises await!
Contact and Data Protection
By registering, participants agree to be contacted via BGA messaging and email for tournament organization purposes. Personal information such as email, phone number, name, passport or ID number, etc., may be requested. This data will be handled securely and deleted after the event, in compliance with GDPR.
Disclaimer
Technical issues beyond our control may occur. Days of Wonder will not be held liable for any inconveniences due to such problems. We appreciate your understanding and encourage sportsmanship and fair play throughout the tournament.
No complaints regarding final decisions, results, or prizes will be accepted, except in cases of manifest error.
Link to the full rules : https://cdn.svc.asmodee.net/production- ... -Rules.pdf
[OLD POST]
Le saviez-vous ? Les Aventuriers du Rail US fêtent leurs 20 ans !
https://www.instagram.com/p/DB8h44KRLzi/
Et pour célébrer cet anniversaire, Days of Wonders nous propose un tournoi mondial sur notre plateforme de jeux préférée, Board Game Arena ! L'ouverture des inscriptions est pour bientôt, mais attention, le tournoi ne sera ouvert qu'aux joueurs ayant atteint un ELO 100 sur la version US. Alors si vous souhaitez pouvoir participer, n'hésitez pas à faire le nécessaire pour être éligible !
Plus d'infos bientôt !
Did you know ? Ticket to Ride celebrates its 20th anniversary. For the occasion, a world tournament will take place on our favorite website, Board Game Arena ! Registrations will open soon, but ELO 100 is needed to participate. Do not hesitate to play some games on the US Map to reach 100 ELO before it starts !
More to come soon...
