Railroad Corporation 2

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"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."

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 236 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game offers incredible depth and engaging gameplay, with rewarding mechanics for building railways and upgrading technologies.
Developers are responsive to community feedback and actively working on improvements, showing commitment to enhancing the game.
The graphics and sound design create a pleasant atmosphere, making it a relaxing experience for players.

The game lacks a compelling narrative and feels repetitive, with no real competitors or risks involved once money starts coming in.
There are numerous bugs and issues with the UI, making gameplay frustrating at times, especially with track laying and train management.
As an early access title, it feels incomplete, with many features still needing refinement and a lack of challenge in gameplay.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
10%
The gameplay of this title offers a mix of engaging mechanics and significant quality of life improvements, making it more nuanced and enjoyable compared to its predecessor. While the core mechanics are functional and provide depth, some players feel the gameplay lacks a compelling story element and certain features, such as signal placement, are underdeveloped. Overall, the game shows promise in its early access state, but concerns about replayability and challenge remain.
- “This game offers incredible depth and engaging gameplay.”
- “Not only has this sequel eliminated all of the annoying stuff; the quality of life improvements are significant, and the gameplay has gotten more nuanced and interesting.”
- “The new signals and railroad crossing mechanics are really cool and add a new component to designing your rail network.”
- “I got sucked in by the promotional videos, but the gameplay graphics are old school.”
- “The gameplay feels more like one of those iPhone apps that require you to keep logging on to get the next widget.”
- “Mechanic-wise, 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.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
40%
12%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the realistic style and atmospheric details that effectively convey the 19th-century setting. However, others have noted that the graphics can feel outdated or basic, particularly in the user interface, and some aspects are still lacking despite improvements over previous versions. Overall, while the visuals enhance the immersive gameplay, they may not fully compensate for other shortcomings.
- “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 got sucked in by the promotional videos, but the gameplay graphics are old school.”
- “And the graphics aren't good enough to make up for that drawback.”
- “I saw this game being played on YouTube, and whilst 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.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is praised for its soothing quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, effectively blending modern elements with the historical setting. It successfully ties together the early and late game experiences, contributing significantly to the immersive landscape.
- “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.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is currently in early access and is reported to have significant stability issues, including frequent freezes and buggy terrain deformation. While players appreciate the overall gameplay, they note that the lack of AI competitors and various bugs detract from the experience.
- “Constantly freezes.”
- “Buggy early access, but great game.”
- “The track system is a bit buggy.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Many newcomers feel that the game lacks a compelling story, which detracts from the overall experience and impacts strategic planning during missions. Despite this, some players find the core mechanics engaging enough to complete the campaign quickly.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome setup of signals and ongoing track management issues that detract from the overall experience.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The optimization of the game has been positively received, with many users noting that issues related to "cheese" tactics in multiplayer have been effectively addressed, resulting in a more balanced and refined experience.
- “Many of the cheese aspects in multiplayer seem to be addressed, and the game is overall optimized.”
- “The optimization in this game significantly enhances the multiplayer experience.”
- “The developers have done a great job optimizing various aspects, making gameplay smoother and more enjoyable.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its humor, which resonates well with players; however, it is marred by numerous bugs, interface issues, and a lack of clarity in its management systems. Despite these technical shortcomings, the comedic elements remain a highlight for many users.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users express concerns about the game's replayability, citing a lack of depth in mechanics that limits strategic options, such as the inability to place signals effectively on rail crosspoints. This results in a frustrating experience where one train can block the entire rail, leading to doubts about the developers' ability to introduce meaningful challenges or enhancements in the future. Overall, many reviewers currently do not recommend the game due to its limited replay value.
- “Mechanically, it's really bare-bones. You can't place 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 a challenge and replayability to it.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is effectively captured through stunning graphics that reflect the 19th century, complemented by immersive sound design that enhances the overall realism.
- “The graphics beautifully convey the atmosphere of the 19th century, and the sound design adds a sense of realism.”