Railway Islands 2 - Puzzle
- November 20, 2023
- Rising Moon Games
Get on SteamA minimalist and relaxing experience with a unique look. You are the manager of a railway line responsible for delivering resources to Islanders, residents of a group of distant islands. Create a safe path and deliver all the resources to the small towns on the islands. - 40 islands. - 4 variation of environment. - Satisfying and relaxing sound effects. - Unique puzzles. - A minimalist and relax…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a variety of well-constructed puzzles that progressively increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge.
- It includes a level editor with Steam Workshop support, allowing players to create and share their own puzzles, enhancing replayability.
- The visuals are colorful and pleasant, complemented by a relaxing soundtrack, making it a great game for casual play.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as trains derailing unexpectedly and a simplified control scheme that lacks customization options.
- Many assets appear to be reused from the previous game, leading to concerns about originality and quality, with some reviews suggesting it resembles an asset flip.
- The overall experience is considered shallow by some players, lacking depth and complexity that might be expected from a modern PC game.
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and relaxing, complementing the beautiful visuals and enjoyable gameplay. However, some users find the audio unmemorable and reminiscent of previous titles, lacking originality.
“Pleasant relaxing music.”
“Beautiful visuals, relaxing soundtrack.”
“Game with relaxing music and fun levels to solve.”
“Unmemorable audio; the music sounded familiar, possibly the same as before.”
“The soundtrack lacks originality and fails to leave a lasting impression.”
“The music feels repetitive and uninspired, making it easy to tune out.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users praising the beautiful visuals and relaxing soundtrack, while others criticized them as falling below the expected standards for modern gaming. Overall, the visuals are well-executed but may not meet the high expectations of all players.
“The graphics are very well done and the controls are simple to learn.”
“Beautiful visuals, relaxing soundtrack.”
“It's far below the state-of-the-art visuals gamers expect as a result of their decisions.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game raises concerns, as it appears to be linked to potential asset flips or cash grabs, with many reviews suggesting a lack of quality and authenticity. The presence of suspicious accounts writing fake reviews in broken English further exacerbates doubts about the game's legitimacy and value.
“There's no evidence, so we need to give the benefit of the doubt... regardless, asset flip or not, the quality here is indistinguishable from many asset flip/cash grab scams, and that's a problem in itself.”
“They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its simplicity, with few mechanics to engage players, which may limit depth and variety in the experience.
“Not a whole lot of mechanics to speak of.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“Controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users report that the game suffers from frustrating glitches, which detracts from the overall experience, suggesting that improved stability could significantly enhance their recommendation.
“If the annoying glitches were removed, I'd highly recommend the game.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game enjoyable, often eliciting laughter and nostalgic references, such as to Sheldon Cooper's iconic line about trains. Despite some minor technical issues, the game's comedic elements contribute positively to the overall experience, making it a worthwhile purchase for puzzle enthusiasts.
“While playing, I kept laughing and recalling Sheldon Cooper saying 'I love trains.' The game could still have some minor technical improvements, but it's already in a very nice state and well worth a purchase if you like puzzles.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch! I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the adventure.”
“I love how the game blends humor with gameplay. The quirky characters and funny scenarios kept me entertained from start to finish.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, as completing all levels leaves little incentive to revisit them, though players can reset levels if desired. Despite this, it remains a recommendable choice for fans of casual puzzle games, especially at its current price.
“While there is probably not much replayability - after you have completed all levels, that's it. Although you can reset the levels, the game can still be recommended for fans of casual puzzle games at the current price.”
“Once you've finished the game, there's little incentive to play again. The lack of new content or challenges makes replaying feel redundant.”
“The game offers a one-time experience; after completing it, there's nothing new to discover, which significantly limits its replay value.”
