Toy Trains

About

"Toy Trains" is a single-player Simulation game offering around 3 hours of playtime, where you can build and customize train tracks in your grandpa's attic. The game features a relaxing main story, devious challenges, and a sandbox board for creativity, with multiple solutions for each board. The warm and colorful world provides a cozy environment with no timer or score, for a stress-free and enjoyable experience.

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

story24 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Charming and relaxing atmosphere that evokes nostalgia and a sense of peace.
Engaging puzzle mechanics that allow for creative track building and enjoyable gameplay.
Beautiful visuals and a lighthearted story that appeals to players of all ages.

The game is quite short, with only 10 levels that can be completed in a few hours, leaving players wanting more content.
Limited camera control and movement options can hinder the gameplay experience.
Lack of a sandbox mode or community content support restricts replayability and creative expression.

story
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
55%
5%
The game's story is described as charming and lighthearted, primarily aimed at a younger audience, with a focus on the imaginative world of a child playing with toy trains. While some reviewers found the narrative to be simple and lacking depth, others appreciated its cuteness and how it ties into the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. The story also touches on deeper themes of childhood emotions, though it may come across as cheesy or off-putting to some players.
- “Absolutely loved this little game and its storytelling!”
- “The peaceful gameplay, charming story, and unique tabletop-like puzzle mechanics hooked me immediately, and I bought it as soon as it was released.”
- “The story is absolutely (dare I say adorable) fantastic with how the levels tie in!”
- “It feels nice, cute trains, cute story, but is lacking any depth.”
- “The story, though, was kind of weird and off-putting.”
- “There really didn't need to be some kind of huge grand story going on while you're playing with toy trains in VR, but having a game with no reason behind why the player character is doing what they're doing feels thin at the same time.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
53%
11%
The gameplay in Toy Trains VR is characterized by its peaceful atmosphere, charming story, and engaging tabletop-like puzzle mechanics, which many players find enjoyable and well-executed. While the game features a solid progression through 10 levels with increasing complexity, some reviewers noted a lack of challenge modes and variety that could enhance the experience. Overall, the mechanics are fun and visually appealing, making it a worthwhile purchase for puzzle enthusiasts.
- “The peaceful gameplay, charming story, and unique tabletop-like puzzle mechanics hooked me immediately, and I bought it as soon as it was released.”
- “Toy Trains VR shines with its relaxing atmosphere and engaging puzzle mechanics.”
- “Everything about it feels great and works very well with no real bugs or hiccups in gameplay alongside puzzles that are a joy to solve.”
- “Missed gameplay opportunities: challenge modes with time limits, limited resources, or multiple train routes could add depth and variety.”
- “In my 3 hours of gameplay (at the time of the review), I completed all 10 levels and got every achievement except for 4 hidden ones.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
44%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their appealing visuals, featuring a lovingly crafted miniature world with vibrant colors, charming characters, and delightful details. Reviewers highlight the beautiful art style, smooth animations, and excellent framerates, noting that the visuals enhance the overall gameplay experience, especially in VR. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's unique charm and replayability.
- “Appealing visuals: the miniature world is lovingly crafted, with vibrant colors, lovely characters, and charming details.”
- “The artwork and style are just visually beautiful!”
- “All in all, a game worth purchasing and I do recommend it, as it's a pretty unique little puzzle/sandbox with a beautifully done art style.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and peaceful nature, enhancing the overall experience with a relaxing soundtrack that adapts to the story's emotional tone. Players appreciate its availability on platforms like Spotify and note that it contributes to the game's charm and replayability. Many have even tuned in to streams primarily for the background music, highlighting its appeal beyond just gameplay.
- “The music in this game is fantastic.”
- “You don't have a timer and the music is really relaxing (available on Spotify if you'd like to have a listen).”
- “The music also appears to be somewhat adaptive to the story, getting sadder and lower as the story does, and rising back up again as things get better.”
- “When streaming this game to friends on Discord, a few watched the stream for the background music alone.”
- “And of course, the level, and the music the player chooses to play while distracting via playing, are greatly influenced by what the parents do.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its calming and beautifully relaxing qualities, making it an ideal choice for unwinding. Players appreciate the engaging theming and art, particularly in settings like the basement, which enhance the overall enjoyable experience. Despite some criticism regarding the game's length and puzzle complexity, the soothing ambiance remains a standout feature.
- “Beautifully relaxing game, it's not hard and the story is about you being a child, but the theming and atmosphere is perfect.”
- “Relaxing experience: the game exudes a calming atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day.”
- “Toy Trains VR shines with its relaxing atmosphere and engaging puzzle mechanics.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
Overall, the game's replayability is seen as limited, with some players expressing a desire for additional features like sandbox or randomly generated levels to enhance it. While the charming visuals and relaxing music contribute to a pleasant experience, many feel that the current content does not offer enough variety for extended play. Expanding the game could significantly improve its replay value and elevate its standing among players.
- “Charming visuals, relaxing music, and levels that you can solve as you please provide a bit of replayability, as you can choose a different approach on a reset.”
- “I enjoy it, but I am already 80% of the way through the game after 2 hours and its replay value is minimal.”
- “But if they expanded a little to improve replayability, this could easily be in my top 10.”
- “A sandbox or randomly generated level mode would offer endless replayability.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, making them feel youthful and reminiscent of their childhood experiences.
- “Honestly, this game made me feel like a kid again.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game is generally stable, with only a few minor glitches noted. For those not interested in toys or VR, alternatives like OpenTTD are suggested to enhance train simulation skills.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort 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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Reviewers highlight the humor in the game, particularly appreciating the clever "cat person-dog person" switch, which adds a whimsical touch and reflects the developers' attention to detail. This lighthearted element contributes to the overall charm and enjoyment of the game.
- “One of the funniest little details in the game is the 'cat person-dog person' switch; it really shows the care that went into this little game!”
- “The humor in this game is delightful, with clever references and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in unexpected ways, making even the simplest interactions entertaining and memorable.”