Tracks (old)

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"Tracks: The Train Set Game" is a simulation game currently in Steam Early Access that allows players to build and operate their own train sets. The game features a variety of track pieces, trains, and landscaping tools to create custom layouts. Players can share and download layouts created by others in the Steam Workshop. The game is regularly updated with new content and improvements based on community feedback.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,169 reviews
music32 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The game is a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of playing with wooden train sets as a child.
  • It offers a relaxing and creative sandbox environment where players can build elaborate train tracks and towns.
  • The graphics and music create a charming atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
  • There are several bugs and glitches, such as trains spawning incorrectly or not picking up passengers as intended.
  • The controls can be clunky and unintuitive, making it frustrating to manipulate tracks and objects.
  • The game currently lacks content and variety, with limited train types and scenery options available.
  • music70 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, often described as beautiful and nostalgic, enhancing the overall relaxing experience. While some players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, many appreciate its ability to create a peaceful atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant highlight, contributing positively to the game's charm and accessibility.

    • “The music is relaxing and you can enjoy a stress-free game with plenty of options from sandbox to mission-based.”
    • “The music and sound design are sublime and understated; they’re perfect for brightening up and selling what may otherwise seem like a boring or repetitive task.”
    • “The gentle music in the background and the woodgrain of the tracks, trains, and passengers, as well as the design of the buildings and props, is all very relaxing.”
    • “Wish I didn't buy the music thing, never listen to it ever.”
    • “The music is very relaxing but there is no atmosphere; it feels like you are on an astral plain. I would love to have some train sounds (at least a whistle) and maybe some environmental sound effects, as there are no sound effects.”
    • “The music does get a bit repetitive, but I wasn’t paying any attention to it since I was so focused on building.”
  • graphics45 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their charming and detailed art style, particularly the wooden aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. While some users noted that the older shop designs clash with contemporary buildings, many praised the visuals as a standout feature, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable gameplay atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, with good optimization and appealing design, despite some minor performance issues in high-speed scenarios.

    • “I love the art style.”
    • “Beautiful music, extremely gorgeous & slightly cartoony graphics, and great lighting effects.”
    • “The graphics are really a step up from what you could expect, the wood that makes up the train is so detailed and with the Unreal Engine 4, the physics are also something that is a pleasant surprise to find how well everything is.”
    • “Currently, the older-looking shops don’t blend well with the more contemporary buildings, so adding some more modern shop variants would improve the overall aesthetic.”
    • “The graphics are still a little laggy, especially when you are going at high speeds around turns, but this is to be expected in an early release game.”
    • “The visuals are charming but sometimes seem odd with the color fog and such.”
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized as a good sandbox experience with appealing graphics and simple mechanics, allowing for creative building and nostalgic enjoyment. However, many users find the gameplay becomes repetitive and limited after a few hours, with a lack of depth and structured challenges, particularly in its early access state. While there are some enjoyable elements, such as the passenger mode and potential for future content, the current gameplay experience is seen as lacking in variety and complexity.

    • “Good sandbox train game with good graphics and mechanics.”
    • “Warm, joyous gameplay with many assets to suit your creative mind.”
    • “In regards to the gameplay, it is so easy to build tracks, add buildings and objects.”
    • “And the gameplay gets so boring; at least the music is nice. I would not buy it unless you really want this.”
    • “Although, after maybe 5-6 hours of gameplay, you'll find yourself having done everything available.”
    • “Imo the game feels too empty content-wise and gameplay-wise, even for early access.”
  • story20 mentions

    The game features minimal story content, primarily offering a sandbox mode alongside a few short missions focused on transporting passengers. While players appreciate the open-ended gameplay and the nostalgic feel of building tracks, many express disappointment with the limited mission variety and the need for improved controls and interaction. Overall, the experience is described as fun but lacking depth in narrative.

    • “The music is relaxing, and you can enjoy a stress-free game with plenty of options from sandbox to mission-based gameplay.”
    • “Personally, I mostly enjoy the passenger missions where you have to pick up a group of people somewhere in the room and bring them to the station.”
    • “It is a simple game, but it allows open-ended solutions to the five or so missions it provides.”
    • “Little light on mission content.”
    • “There is no story - n/a.”
    • “Unfortunately, this game's mission is so short that it only costs you half an hour, and then I keep waiting for the update for the new missions, but it let me down.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its emotional impact, evoking feelings of nostalgia and childhood joy through its wholesome gameplay and charming design. Players find it incredibly relaxing and heartwarming, often describing it as a reminder of simpler times and a source of genuine happiness, despite some minor technical issues. Overall, it is celebrated as one of the most wholesome experiences available on Steam.

    • “This game is one of my most favorite games; it reminds you of those wooden train tracks and toys for kids. This game made me feel like a kid again.”
    • “Captures childhood imagination perfectly, great to relax with, and just an all-around wholesome game with a lot of love put into it.”
    • “Incredibly relaxing and wholesome.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    The game shows decent optimization for an early access title, running smoothly with impressive graphics. However, it currently lacks specific optimizations for tilt five and could benefit from more diverse track and train types, as well as challenges that encourage creative problem-solving in railway construction. Overall, while the performance is satisfactory, there is room for improvement in gameplay mechanics and features.

    • “Great customization and optimization; I wish there were more track (tram) and train types (diesel, electric).”
    • “Other than that, the game is very nice; it runs smoothly, the graphics are very nice, and very cool.”
    • “For an early access game, it is decently optimized.”
    • “It is not optimized for Tilt Five (yet), though, so it's just an okay game.”
    • “However, I'm a firm believer in the principle of limitations leading to enhanced creativity, so I would like some challenges and levels that aren't purely sandbox, whereby I must make an optimized railway that navigates an area using only the pieces provided—like Bridge Constructor, but modular and less physics-based.”
    • “[*] For an early access game, it is decently optimized.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game exhibits notable stability issues, particularly with freezing upon waking from sleep mode and various bugs that are common in early access titles. While it performs well on older hardware, players report that the frequency of glitches detracts from the overall experience, indicating a need for further development and refinement.

    • “Runs great on my dated PC even if I fill the map up with decorations and piles of track.”
    • “The game maintains a smooth performance, even during intense gameplay moments.”
    • “I've experienced no crashes or glitches, which makes for a very stable gaming experience.”
    • “One problem though is that when you close your laptop and come back to it later, it sometimes freezes the game.”
    • “Yeah, sure, it can be super buggy.”
    • “I like this game, but it is buggy, as expected with an early access game.”
  • replayability5 mentions

    Overall, the game offers a decent level of replayability, particularly appealing to younger players and those seeking creative opportunities. However, some users feel it could benefit from additional features and improvements to enhance its replay value. While it may have limitations, many still find it worth the investment.

    • “Good game for younger kids (and older 'kids) with lots of replayability.”
    • “Could use a little GUI work with easier changes to the view and a few more hotkeys, but definitely replayable and lots of room for creativity.”
    • “Is it replayable?”
    • “Along with what is noted above, it needs just a little bit more for replay value.”
    • “Limited replayability, but worth the $.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often exacerbated by clunky controls that make navigation frustrating. Many suggest that it requires significant time investment, with some even recommending a second life for grinding activities. Despite these challenges, some players appreciate the game as a relaxing alternative after more intense gaming sessions.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “The controls are quite clunky, and it will get tedious getting from point A to point B.”
    • “It makes it tedious to build tracks when the wrong button is pressed.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally described as calming and cute, with beautiful music that enhances the experience. However, some users feel that it lacks environmental sound effects, which could further enrich the ambiance. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a relaxing sandbox experience reminiscent of childhood train set building.

    • “Such a cute, atmospheric, calming game.”
    • “Highly recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a very chill sandbox atmosphere or just wanting to relive train set building days from your childhood.”
    • “Very nice atmosphere and beautiful music.”
    • “The music is very relaxing, but there is no atmosphere. It feels like you are on an astral plain. I would love to have some train sounds (at least a whistle) and maybe some environmental sound effects, as there are no sound effects.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and wholesome nature, with players enjoying the comedic elements of building quirky train tracks and amusing interactions with passengers. It appeals to creative individuals who appreciate a playful and relaxing gaming experience, reminiscent of titles like Minecraft and Stardew Valley.

    • “It's such a sweet and wholesome game, and I love just getting to make little funny tracks and watching my train go around.”
    • “Good for creative players and funny; I recommend it if you like stuff like Minecraft and Stardew Valley.”
    • “Hours of relaxing fun building wild tracks or getting the funny little passengers to the station.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Players feel that the monetization strategy, particularly through videos and advertising, misrepresents the actual gameplay experience, suggesting a disconnect between expectations and reality.

    • “The videos and advertising for this game led me to believe I would be playing a very different game.”
    • “The monetization system feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully, which is frustrating.”
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