Train Bandit

About

"Train Bandit" is a first-person shooter game set in the Wild West. Take on the role of a train robber, planning and executing heists on moving trains. With a variety of weapons,locations, and objectives, each heist offers a unique challenge. Evade law enforcement and escape with your loot.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Train Bandit features simple and addictive gameplay that tests reflexes and hand-eye coordination.
The pixel art style and sound effects are charming and enhance the overall experience.
It's a budget-friendly game that offers hours of fun and motivation through character unlocks and high score challenges.

The game feels like a mobile app that has been poorly ported to PC, lacking depth and technical polish.
Controls cannot be customized, which may frustrate some players, especially those with different abilities.
The grind for certain achievements can be tedious and may deter players from fully enjoying the game.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and addictiveness, with easy-to-learn mechanics that become instinctual as players progress. While it offers enjoyable challenges and charming character designs, some reviewers caution against its lack of depth, suggesting it may not be suitable for younger audiences. Overall, the presence of "elite" enemies adds variety and excitement to the experience.
- “I love the 'elite' enemies that pop up and vary the gameplay, and the super charming character skins!”
- “Would avoid with kids, not for violence but because it will make them stupid as the gameplay has no real depth.”
- “Very simple gameplay but very easy to mess up, surprisingly addicting.”
- “The mechanics are really simple (left/right arrows or a/d to attack) but there are fun challenges waiting as well.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The graphics of Train Bandit feature a simplistic pixel art style that embraces retro aesthetics, though some players feel this choice results in low-quality visuals compared to modern standards. The game lacks options for resolution adjustments or customization, limiting players' ability to enhance the graphics. Overall, while the art style is appreciated by some, it may not meet the expectations of those seeking contemporary graphics.
- “Train Bandit is a score attack game, presented in a nice simplistic pixel art style.”
- “With $1, it's really a fun mini game with a nice art style.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the mobile app or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its captivating quality that encourages prolonged listening. The soundtrack complements the pixel art style, enhancing the overall experience, although some players humorously mention its impact on gameplay.
- “What stands out most is its pixel art; also the sound. Believe me, you will want to listen to the song in the background all day.”
- “The music hardly starts to play and I am instantly captivated.”
- “The music hardly starts to play and I am... dead :-d”
- “What stands out most is its pixel art; also the sound. Believe me, you will want to be listening to the song in the background all day.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the game's humor, noting that it elicits frequent and genuine laughter, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.
- “I die laughing every time I open this game.”
- “The game is really funny; I have to laugh so much.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the game can be quite grindy, which has been a common point of criticism among reviewers.
- “Honestly, my only issue with the game would have to be how grindy it can be.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of Train Bandit has been criticized as a blatant cash grab by mobile developers, with the game being described as a simplistic and low-quality experience that lacks the depth expected from a PC title. Players feel that it is more of a poorly executed mobile game than a legitimate PC game, raising concerns about its value and integrity.
- “Train Bandit is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not). It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is an ultra-simple trashware 2-button flash level QTE/reflexes game where you must respond to enemies popping up left and right on a 2D retro pixel train by tapping the left or right side of your iPhone screen.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is noted for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, drawing players into a compelling world that enhances the overall gameplay experience.