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Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto

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93%Game Brain Score
music, atmosphere
gameplay, graphics
93% User Score Based on 80 reviews

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Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Sonic Powered Co.,Ltd. and was released on June 22, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto" is a realistic train simulation game that allows players to operate a variety of trains on the scenic rail lines between Osaka and Kyoto. The game features detailed trains, realistic controls, and beautiful Japanese scenery. Players can choose to drive in automatic or manual mode, with the option to adjust the time of day and weather conditions. The goal is to transport passengers and cargo safely and efficiently to their destinations.

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews
music2 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful visuals and sound design, creating an immersive experience that feels like visiting Japan.
  • It offers a unique gameplay experience by using real recorded video of the scenery, providing a relaxing and realistic train driving simulation.
  • The game is accessible for newcomers with helpful information and assists, making it enjoyable for both casual players and train enthusiasts.
  • The gameplay can feel stale and overly simplistic, especially for those seeking a more realistic simulation experience.
  • The video quality is low, which detracts from the overall experience, and the game can be challenging for beginners due to strict timing and stopping mechanics.
  • Many players feel the game is overpriced for the limited content it offers, recommending purchasing it only during sales.
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is described as relaxing and poetic, featuring a distinct Japanese influence in its design and sound effects. However, players note that it can feel stale, particularly when using a keyboard, and criticize the clunky train mechanics and illogical stop mechanics that detract from the overall experience.

    • “It's a very poetic game, with a typically Japanese touch to the gameplay, the in-game hints, and the sound effects.”
    • “Relaxing gameplay.”
    • “The downside is that the gameplay is a bit stale (with a keyboard at least).”
    • “The train mechanics are so clunky.”
    • “The stop mechanics are dumb; you stopped, but the time counts forward.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their clever use of video files, creating a convincing visual illusion despite some quirks. However, there are complaints regarding the graphic resolution, which detracts from the overall experience, especially for those seeking detailed urban aesthetics. The accompanying music and sounds are also highlighted as strong points.

    • “The visuals, music, and sounds are great.”
    • “I want to see how the scenery of a typical Japanese town looks and vibe with some urbanistic aesthetics in general.”
    • “The visuals, music, and sounds are great.”
    • “However, I want to complain about the graphic resolution.”
    • “There are no issues with outdated 3D graphics; the visuals are realized using just a very clever handling of video files, which comes with its own little quirks and problems, but the illusion is convincing enough.”
    • “I want to see how the scenery of a typical Japanese town looks and vibe for some urbanistic aesthetics in general.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users consistently noting its quality and effectiveness in enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The visuals, music, and sounds are great.”
    • “The visuals, music, and sounds are great.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is praised for its authentic Japanese setting, encouraging players to immerse themselves in the experience rather than striving for perfection. This focus on enjoyment enhances the overall ambiance of the game.

    • “Try not to aim for perfection and just enjoy the atmosphere of the authentic Japanese setting.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is engaging and immersive, with players appreciating its depth and character development. Many users highlight the narrative's ability to draw them in, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the strong replayability offered by the game's scoring system, which introduces significant challenges that encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “There is also quite a bit of challenge and replayability built into the scoring system.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game generally operates smoothly in terms of sound and interface responsiveness; however, users report frequent video output freezes lasting several seconds during gameplay, which significantly impacts stability.

    • “While the game runs fine by itself (meaning, you can hear the sound going, and the interface reacts normally), its video output freezes repeatedly for up to several seconds during each line section.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers appreciate games that are transparent in their monetization practices, favoring those that avoid unnecessary microtransactions and deliver a straightforward experience without hidden costs.

    • “I believe there is something to be said for a game that does precisely what it says it will without unnecessary thrills, sweet little lies, or microtransactions.”
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Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto is a simulation game.

Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto was released on June 22, 2022.

Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto was developed by Sonic Powered Co.,Ltd..

Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Japanese Rail Sim: Journey to Kyoto is a single player game.

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