Railroad Engineer
- May 19, 2023
- SP Digital Arts Inc.
Get on Steam"Railroad Engineer" is a train simulation game where you build railroads, drive trains, and manage resources. The game features seven raw resources, such as wood, coal, and iron, which can be collected and transported to manufacturing buildings to create more advanced goods. Different rail cars are used to transport specific types of resources and goods, with ten products available in the game, including lumber, steel, and processed food. Your goal is to effectively manage and transport resources to help cities grow.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging sandbox experience where players can build railways and manage resources, reminiscent of classic train sets.
- Gameplay is easy to learn but offers depth, allowing for both casual play and strategic planning, making it suitable for a wide audience including kids and adults.
- The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, which enhances the overall experience and shows commitment to improving the game.
- The game lacks multiplayer functionality, which could limit its appeal for those looking for a shared gaming experience.
- There are several bugs and quality of life issues, such as awkward default controls and the potential for train derailments due to design flaws.
- The game can become overwhelming due to the need for micromanagement in later missions, which may not be enjoyable for all players.
- story14 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional narrative, focusing instead on a series of missions centered around resource management and delivery tasks. Players experience time pressure as they manage trains to meet the needs of various settlements, which can lead to frustration due to frequent autosaves and the potential for mission failure. Overall, the story aspect is minimal, emphasizing gameplay mechanics over a cohesive plot.
“Some of the later missions and the freeplay mode will require the player to micromanage quite a few trains at the same time to meet the demands of industries and settlements.”
“The campaign consists of a bunch of missions that range from limited resource management to just driving deliveries.”
“There is time pressure to most of the missions and modes since settlements not supplied with their needs will become unhappy and start losing their population.”
“Unfortunately, I later lost a whole hour to the frequent autosaves when it saved while I accidentally crashed a train and needed to restart the mission.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally described as simplistic but fitting for the gameplay, with many users finding them adequate for a first-day release. While not groundbreaking, they are considered good enough to complement the overall fun experience of the game.
“Graphics are simplistic but not bad, and the gameplay is fun for a first day release.”
“The graphics might be simple, but it sort of fits with the gameplay.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is enjoyable and engaging, particularly for a first-day release, despite the simplistic graphics. Overall, players find it fun and satisfactory.
“Graphics are simplistic but not bad, and the gameplay is fun for a first day release.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report that the stability of the game is compromised by bugs, particularly when using multiple locomotives in a single train, leading to inconsistent performance.
“Multiple locomotives in a single train are buggy as well.”
“Multiple locomotives in a single train are buggy as well.”
