The heavyweight champion of economic strategy is back, and it’s heading across the Atlantic. Roxley Games has officially unveiled Brass: Pittsburgh, the highly anticipated successor to the top-rated Brass: Birmingham. Set during the explosive growth of the American industrial revolution, this new entry shifts the focus from the English Midlands to the rugged terrain of Pennsylvania’s "Steel City." Launched in April 2026, this title keeps the core complexity fans adore while introducing a fresh, aggressive American flair to the resource management and network-building loops that made the original a global phenomenon.

Forging the American Dream

In Brass: Pittsburgh, players must navigate two distinct eras: the Canal Era and the Rail Era, as they compete to build the most profitable industrial empire. While the classic flow of building cotton mills and iron works remains, this version introduces the high-stakes Steel Industry as a central pillar of gameplay. You’ll be managing the massive influx of coal and ore required to fuel the blast furnaces of the Monongahela Valley. The competition is fierce, as you’ll need to strategically time your sales to the "Global Market" or utilise your opponents' infrastructure to move your goods—proving that in the world of high finance, your greatest rival is often your most useful business partner.

New Frontiers in Network Building

The map of Pittsburgh brings a unique geographical challenge that forces even veteran players to rethink their strategies. The confluence of the three rivers creates a restrictive, high-tension landscape where space for docks and railways is at a premium. A major mechanical addition in this 2026 release is the "Innovation Track," allowing players to permanently upgrade their technology levels to unlock more efficient buildings and powerful bonuses. Whether you are focusing on a "Vertical Integration" strategy by controlling both the coal and the steel, or playing as a shipping magnate dominating the riverfront, every card played feels like a heavy-duty tactical decision.

A Masterclass in Tabletop Production

True to the Roxley standard, the production quality of Brass: Pittsburgh is nothing short of breathtaking. The game features the signature "night-time" aesthetic made famous by its predecessors, with the game board shimmering under the orange glow of illustrated molten steel. The box is packed with high-quality components, including custom-moulded "Iron Clays" for currency and linen-finish cards that feel premium to the touch. With support for 2 to 4 players and a playtime of 60 to 120 minutes, it offers a deep, rewarding crunch that justifies its place as a modern essential for any serious board game collection.

Did You Know: The board design features historically accurate locations from 19th-century Pittsburgh, including the famous Duquesne Incline. If you look closely at the artwork for the "Steel Mill" tiles, you can see tiny silhouettes of workers that are scale-accurate to the actual machinery used during the Carnegie era!