Runaway Train

About

Train is leaving the station, but soon you notice, that something is missing... Rails! You have to lay tracks right in the path of the moving train to keep it from crashing. The goal is connect all stations, if you can... The problem is that the train is getting faster and faster with each laid piece of track. So game is becoming more and more precarious, until you crash into a mountain, a forest …

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is very addicting and provides a unique twist on the classic snake gameplay.
It runs well on low-end PCs and has a cute art style that appeals to many players.
Players have found joy and motivation in the game, helping them through tough times.

The game suffers from a bland GUI and repetitive gameplay, which can lead to boredom over time.
There are significant bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as issues with connecting tracks to already visited stations.
The controls are overly sensitive, making it difficult to place tracks accurately, which can frustrate players.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by a simplistic art style that remains largely unchanged across different graphical settings. While some users appreciate the cute aesthetic, the overall visual experience may feel limited due to the lack of variety and detail.
- “Very cute art style”
- “The visuals and map design feature a really simplistic art style, and there's almost no difference when you change the graphical settings.”
- “The visuals and map design feature a really simplistic art style, and there's almost no difference when you change the graphical settings.”
- “The visuals and map design feature a really simplistic art style, and there's almost no difference when you change the graphical settings.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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150%
The gameplay is centered around an innovative mechanic where players strategically place tracks to guide a train and prevent it from crashing, offering a unique and engaging experience.
- “Nice little game with totally unexpected gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is centered around placing tracks for the train to move, preventing it from crashing.”
- “The gameplay is quite simplistic and lacks depth.”
- “The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive at times.”
- “I found the gameplay repetitive and not engaging enough.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Replayability is limited, with players indicating that the primary incentives to return are achievements or trade cards, rather than compelling gameplay elements.
- “The replayability of this game is fantastic, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how every time I play, I discover new strategies and outcomes, making it feel like a completely different experience.”
- “The variety of challenges and unlockable content ensures that I keep coming back for more, no matter how many times I've played.”
- “The only thing that might bring me back to this game is the pursuit of achievements or trade cards.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes it hard to find reasons to revisit.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, delivering good performance even on low-end PCs, which has been positively noted by users.
- “There's probably no reason for that since the game performs quite well even on low-end PCs.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay without sacrificing graphics.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game to run efficiently on a variety of systems.”