Toy Trains
- January 16, 2024
- Something Random
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Playstation 5
Windows
PlayStation
Reviews
- Charming and beautiful visuals that evoke nostalgia and a sense of relaxation.
- Engaging and simple gameplay that is enjoyable for players of all ages, with a cozy atmosphere.
- Recent updates have significantly expanded content, adding new levels and features that enhance replayability.
- The game is very short, typically completed in 2-4 hours, leading to minimal replay value.
- Some technical issues and bugs can disrupt gameplay, including controller compatibility problems.
- Lacks depth in gameplay mechanics, with limited puzzle complexity and no sandbox mode for creative play.
- story41 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its cute and simple narrative that explores a child's mind, though some find it lacking in depth. While the storytelling is described as charming and fitting for the gameplay, there are mixed feelings about its execution, with some noting it can feel thin or off-putting at times. Overall, the story enhances the experience, supported by adaptive music that reflects the emotional tone of the narrative.
“Absolutely loved this little game and its storytelling!”
“The story is great too, really going into the mind of a kid.”
“This game has an incredibly simple story, which within the context of the game, works perfectly.”
“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.”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by enjoyable mechanics and puzzles, with a strong emphasis on detail that enhances the experience. Players appreciate the increasing complexity and fun of the later levels, particularly with the introduction of new elements like tunnels and elevated rails. While the gameplay loop is engaging, some reviewers feel it lacks a significant element to elevate it further.
“And the attention to detail and the little mechanics are so well done!”
“The mechanics and puzzles were thoroughly enjoyable, and worth the $18 paid.”
“There's 10 levels in the final game, and the latter levels add some really great mechanics like tunnels and elevated rails, so levels 7-10 are exponentially more fun and complex than the first few levels.”
“It's just gameplay.”
“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.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their joyful art style and beautifully designed visuals, particularly in VR, with no reported graphical issues and excellent framerates. Players appreciate the charming characters and collectables, which enhance the overall experience of this unique puzzle/sandbox game.
“The little characters and collectibles you earn are a very nice treat, and the art style is really joyful.”
“No graphical issues at all, and framerates were excellent.”
“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.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and adaptability, enhancing the emotional depth of the story by shifting in tone as the narrative progresses. Many players have noted that the soundtrack is so engaging that it draws viewers to streams solely for the music. Overall, it significantly contributes to the gaming experience.
“The music in this game is fantastic.”
“When streaming this game to friends on Discord, a few watched the stream for the background music alone.”
“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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability, with players noting that they can progress significantly in a short amount of time, which diminishes the incentive to replay. However, there is potential for improvement in this area, suggesting that with some expansion, it could become a more engaging experience.
“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.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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 for enhancing train simulation skills.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % 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.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its appealing art style, contributing to an enjoyable experience, despite the gameplay being limited to extremely short and easy construction puzzles without a sandbox mode.
“The atmosphere is beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
“The art style and atmosphere create an immersive world that draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is captivating, making every moment feel unique and engaging.”
