Idle Train Empire - Idle Games | Game Brain

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"Idle Train Empire - Idle Games" is a Simulation game that allows you to build train stations, divert passengers, and start the train. Despite being disturbed by ads and bugs, the game offers around 2 hours of playtime. The goal is to manage and expand your train empire for maximum efficiency and revenue. However, the game's shortcomings may detract from the overall experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 900 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and relaxing, providing a good time-killer experience.
It has a lot of potential with smooth gameplay and a fun train management concept.
Players appreciate the optional ads for rewards, which enhance the gameplay without being forced.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including freezing on startup and issues with offline earnings not being credited.
Many players find the game too short, completing all tasks and upgrades quickly with no further content to explore.
The monetization strategy is criticized for being aggressive, with high prices for in-game purchases and a reliance on ads for progression.

monetization
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
3%
86%
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily reliant on ads, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and necessity of watching ads to progress, earn in-game currency, or unlock features. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards without forced interruptions, others find the overall experience marred by bugs and the overwhelming presence of microtransactions, particularly for removing ads or acquiring in-game items. Overall, the game offers a mix of optional ads for benefits but often leads to a frustrating reliance on them for meaningful progress.
- “Personally, the focus on the loot boxes and the game's monetization mechanic takes away from the gameplay's fun.”
- “Good game but so expensive for no ads.”
- “If you want to unlock every train, you will have to spend money because it is impossible to acquire the necessary amount of gems without an in-app purchase.”
- “A fine game, but the on-screen bloat of ads, microtransactions, and pop-ups is truly overwhelming.”
- “You have to watch a ton of ads to gain money at the beginning, and it's very annoying.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and issues with offline income not being credited correctly. Many players experience crashes upon launching the game or during key actions, such as purchasing trains, leading to significant frustration and loss of progress. Overall, the game is described as "incredibly buggy," detracting from the overall enjoyment and prompting some users to consider uninstalling.
- “Offline money doesn't work, freezes on startup and requires a restart.”
- “This game freezes when you purchase your first train and when you press okay, it just stays there and nothing happens. You can't go back to the game and you can't purchase the train. That's the reason for my bad rating; I'm going to uninstall this game because it does the same thing twice. I came out of the game and went back in, and the problem persists. I hope that could be fixed.”
- “Very buggy; you don't get your idle money 90% of the time and a lot of your progress doesn't save. Progression is very slow, also slower due to the fact of getting no idle money when you're not playing.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and overall visual quality, describing it as brilliant and enjoyable. However, some users express disappointment, noting that the graphics could be improved or feel outdated in certain aspects. Overall, while the game is visually appealing to many, there are criticisms regarding consistency and innovation in the graphics.
- “The art style of the game is brilliant and it's simple to play.”
- “I just love this game; the graphics are so good! 😍😍😍😍”
- “This game is awesome, and I like to play it for the perfect graphics.”
- “Perfect copy of a Japanese train game... just upgraded graphics, nothing else. At least they could have changed the placement of the supermarket at the start to show some change; even the first train is the same, haha.”
- “Great game, but it's a little off on some trains, though, and the graphics are lacking.”
- “Very poor graphics.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players noting bugs that disrupt scheduling and a focus on monetization that detracts from enjoyment. While the interface and mechanics are considered user-friendly and distinct from other idle management games, others feel the gameplay lacks innovation and depth. Overall, the experience is marred by technical issues and a perceived overemphasis on loot boxes.
- “Easy interface, easy mechanics, very free-to-play; these are very different from other idle management games.”
- “I have been playing for about a week now, and I already notice some small bugs that affect the gameplay. First up is when I try to schedule trains; there become two panels of the same train, so when I leave the modification screen for the timetable, my planned trains go back in the inventory.”
- “That's all the gameplay is all about... uninstall, of course. 😌”
- “Nothing new gameplay-wise.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and integration, with specific mentions of its effectiveness in enhancing the gaming experience, particularly in titles like "Cinema Empire" and "Music Festival." However, some users express concerns about security controls in the songs and note that the game appears to be a copy of another title, raising questions about originality.
- “The development of the game, songs, and overall experience is very good.”
- “The cinema empire and music festival elements are clearly well-crafted by this company.”
- “The music in this game feels like a cheap imitation, as if it was stolen from another title.”
- “Why are there security controls in the songs in the game? It detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The music festival aspect seems poorly executed and lacks originality, clearly reflecting the company's lack of creativity.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable. However, some users noted that technical issues, like a train bug, detracted from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about the game's comedic elements.
- “Very good game! 👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏 Very funny game! 😅😃😃😃😁😁😄😄😄”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's story but express disappointment upon completing all missions, feeling that there is little to engage with afterward. This leaves them questioning the longevity and replayability of the narrative experience.
- “I enjoy the game, but now that I've completed all the missions, I have nothing else to do.”
- “What happens after all the missions are completed?”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the game's graphics and performance, noting that it runs smoothly without any forced advertisements, contributing to a positive overall experience.
- “I love the game graphics and the performance; there are no forced ads.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; it feels polished and responsive.”