Railroad X
- June 9, 2014
- TREND, Soft Pro
"Railroad X is a PC game that lets you build and control your own railroad world in a virtual dimension. Create wide layouts with vehicles of various eras, and choose from steam, diesel, or electric locomotives to build train consists. The game features an intuitive interface and a 2D plan for a clear view of your layout."
Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews
gameplay2 negative mentions
- The game offers a comprehensive simulation of model railway design, allowing for extensive creativity and automation.
- There are many useful tutorials available online, making it easier for players to learn and master the complex features of the game.
- The game includes a wide variety of animated elements and environmental features, enhancing the overall experience of building and running a virtual railway.
- The user interface is clunky and not user-friendly, making it difficult for new players to get started without frustration.
- There are significant issues with bugs and crashes, including problems with launching the game and missing files.
- The game heavily relies on German terminology, which can be a barrier for non-German speakers, and the translation quality of the manual is poor.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players find the gameplay challenging due to a steep learning curve, particularly in mastering the controls and mechanics, which can hinder their overall enjoyment and ability to fully engage with the game's content.
“It takes a lot of time to get familiar with the controls and how some of the mechanics work.”
“As much as I want to judge a game based on its actual content and gameplay, I simply can't for this title.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with multiple users expressing strong dissatisfaction and describing them as poor.
“The graphics are bad, bad, bad.”
“The graphics are bad, bad, bad.”
Positive mentions (%)Positive
Neutral mentions (%)Neutral
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