America in the 19th century. You are a rancher and repeatedly herd your cattle from Texas to Kansas City, from where you send them off by train. You must keep your herd in good shape and use the buildings along the trail wisely. You an also hire capable staff such as cowboys, craftsmen, and engineers. If you manage your herd cleverly and navigate the opportunities and pitfalls of this great western trail, you surely will emerge the winner. Great Western Trail is an extraordinary gamer's game full of exciting decisions and with enough strategies to merit countless plays.