Railroad Corporation 2
- October 21, 2024
- Corbie Games
- 19h median play time
Get on Steam"Railroad Corporation 2 is a train tycoon game set in the early 1900s, where you build and manage your own railroad corporation. Electrify the railways, lay tracks, manage finances, and dispatch locomotives to transport goods across diverse landscapes. Purchase during the two-week launch period for an exclusive in-game background and a 20% discount."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game shows significant improvements over its predecessor, with better mechanics and more depth in gameplay.
- Players appreciate the engaging graphics and sound design, which enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The developers are responsive to feedback and are actively working on updates and new features, indicating a promising future for the game.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and stability issues, including crashes and pathfinding problems that hinder gameplay.
- Many players find the current state of the game lacking in content and challenge, with some mechanics feeling tedious and unintuitive.
- The constant winter environment and limited map options have been criticized, making the game feel repetitive and visually unappealing.
- graphics9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users appreciating the realistic portrayal of the 19th-century atmosphere and the detailed environments. While some noted that the UI could be basic, the visual quality is considered a significant improvement over previous versions, blending realism with an enjoyable art style. The graphics contribute to an immersive experience, enhancing the gameplay related to goods transportation and train management.
“The graphics beautifully convey the atmosphere of the 19th century, and the sound design adds a sense of realism.”
“The crisp graphics and details in the environment are wonderful.”
“Graphics/art: this one has my preferred style of realism over the cartoonish nature of others.”
“I saw this game being played on YouTube, and while the graphics looked fairly basic (especially the UI), I liked the idea of goods transportation and the method of creating 'train scripts' to load/unload goods.”
“Graphics/art: this one has my preferred style of realism over the cartoonish nature of the previous version.”
“Graphics are 90% better than the previous release.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a solid foundation with improved mechanics, such as the ability to cross rails, enhancing network building. However, it suffers from limitations like a lack of signal placement, leading to potential blockages, and feels somewhat simplistic, resembling mobile app mechanics that encourage frequent logins. Overall, while there are improvements, concerns about replayability and challenge remain.
“The game has a solid base to build upon; the mechanics are nice, and now with rails being able to cross (unlike the first game), you can build networks much easier.”
“The mechanics are there and allow for good options to build your company, from buying businesses to creating new ones.”
“This title improves upon the system and mechanics that caused Railroad Empire to fall short for me.”
“The gameplay feels more like one of those iPhone apps that require you to keep logging on to get the next widget.”
“Mechanically, it's really bare-bones; you can't put signals on certain crosspoints on rails, so when one train is on the rail, the rail is completely blocked, even if the other train would only use a small part of that rail and never encounter the other train. At the moment, I can't recommend it, as I can't see how the developers are going to add a challenge and replayability to it.”
“It doesn't take too much away from the gameplay, but I would have rather heard the various train horns that different models had.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, blending a modern feel with a nostalgic touch that complements the game's era. Reviewers find the soundtrack soothing and well-suited to the genre, effectively unifying the experience from early to late game.
“The music adds to the mood of the era while also having a modern feel.”
“To have a soundtrack that consolidates the early game with the late game.”
“Music is quite soothing and perfect for this genre.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, often feeling out of place.”
“The music is forgettable and fails to leave a lasting impression.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game experiences frequent freezing issues and is considered buggy in its early access phase, though players acknowledge its potential and overall quality.
“Constantly freezes.”
“Buggy early access, but great game.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is integral to mission planning and strategy, enhancing the gameplay experience. Players find it engaging enough to complete the campaign quickly, indicating a strong narrative drive.
“The story is incredibly engaging and kept me hooked from start to finish.”
“The character development throughout the campaign is impressive and adds depth to the overall narrative.”
“Each mission feels like a part of a larger, well-crafted story that unfolds beautifully.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome setup of signals and ongoing track management issues that require attention.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find the grind to be a chore rather than a rewarding experience.”
“The amount of time required to grind for resources is frustrating and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has received positive feedback regarding its optimization, particularly in addressing various cheese aspects in multiplayer, leading to a smoother gameplay experience.
“Many of the cheese aspects in multiplayer seem to be addressed, and the game is overall optimized.”
“The optimization in this game really enhances the overall experience, making everything run smoothly.”
“I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, ensuring that performance issues are minimal.”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite the interesting mechanics, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“I was disappointed to find that even after several updates, the optimization remains poor, causing long loading times and crashes.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, providing a funny experience; however, it is marred by numerous bugs, confusing interface flow, and insufficient details on technology and management systems for locomotives and trains.
“This game is hilarious! The humor is spot-on and keeps you entertained throughout.”
“I love the witty dialogue and the absurd situations you find yourself in; it really adds to the fun!”
“The comedic elements are cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers express concerns about the game's limited mechanics, particularly the inability to manage train signals effectively, which leads to frustrating blockages. This lack of depth and challenge significantly diminishes the game's replayability, leaving players uncertain about future improvements from the developers.
“Mechanically, it's really bare-bones. You can't put signals on certain crosspoints on rails, so when one train is on the rail, the rail is completely blocked, even if another train would only use a small part of that rail and never encounter the first train. At the moment, I can't recommend it, as I can't see how the developers are going to add challenge and replayability to it.”
“The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to find reasons to replay. Once you've experienced the main content, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
“After finishing the game, I felt no urge to play it again. The limited choices and predictable outcomes really diminish the replayability factor.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is effectively enhanced by stunning graphics that capture the essence of the 19th century, complemented by immersive sound design that adds a layer of realism.
“The graphics beautifully convey the atmosphere of the 19th century, and the sound design adds a sense of realism.”
“The haunting melodies and ambient sounds create an immersive experience that pulls you into the game's world.”
“Every detail, from the lighting to the background noises, contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
