Train Miner: Idle Railway Game

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,048 reviews
  • monetization
  • gameplay
  • stability
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Merge, build, cut trees, and develop your train empire in idle railroad tycoon

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,048 reviews
gameplay14 positive mentions
monetization1,015 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a relaxing experience.
  • Graphics are cute and visually appealing, making it enjoyable to watch the train go around.
  • The game is simple to play, making it accessible for all ages.
  • There are excessive forced ads, appearing every minute or two, which disrupts gameplay.
  • The game lacks sound effects and music, making it feel incomplete.
  • Progress resets after each level, which can be frustrating and makes the game feel repetitive.
  • monetization1,070 mentions

    The monetization strategy of this game has drawn significant criticism due to the overwhelming frequency of forced ads, often interrupting gameplay every 30 seconds to a minute. Many players find the $10 price tag to remove ads excessive, especially given the game's simplistic mechanics, leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. While some users are willing to tolerate ads for a free game, the sheer volume and intrusive nature of the ads have resulted in numerous uninstalls and negative reviews.

    • β€œI like the game, it's a nice chill game but the lack of sound and cost for no ads makes it not that worth it.”
    • β€œI paid for no ads, loving the chillness of the game.”
    • β€œGood game, lots of ads but the 'no ads' payment works.”
    • β€œThe amount of forced ads is ridiculous.”
    • β€œI would rather watch 5 ads in a row at the end of each level than for them to pop up this often.”
    • β€œIt's clear the developers made it extra annoying so you'd be more likely to pay them to get rid of the ads.”
  • gameplay58 mentions

    The gameplay experience is heavily marred by intrusive and frequent ads, often interrupting play every 30 seconds to 2 minutes, which detracts significantly from enjoyment and immersion. While some users find the core mechanics simple yet fun, the overwhelming presence of ads leads to a repetitive and shallow gameplay loop, resulting in frustration and dissatisfaction. Overall, the balance between gameplay and advertising is poorly managed, leaving many players feeling that the game is not worth their time.

    • β€œI was actually really enjoying the gameplay.”
    • β€œThe gameplay is actually rather fun for such a simple game, very stimulating to watch the train go around.”
    • β€œFun and cool to play on my free time and also great graphics and gameplay.”
    • β€œThe ads are far too intrusive, so much so you can't tell what the gameplay is like... no, the extreme amount of ads is unnecessary, and there is nothing you can say to justify it.”
    • β€œFun game interrupted by constant ads that happen in the middle of gameplay.”
    • β€œRidiculously frequent ads, unexciting gameplay loop.”
  • stability30 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes reported by users. Many players experience loss of progress due to the game resetting or requiring uninstallation and reinstallation to function properly. While some enjoy the gameplay, the persistent technical problems detract from the overall experience.

    • β€œRuns great, oddly satisfying!”
    • β€œI want my money back when I play the game; it glitches and resets, taking me all the way back to the start. It happens every time.”
    • β€œEvery time I get close to finishing a level, my game freezes and turns off. When I turn it back on, I have to restart the whole level. I got about 5 levels in and it kept doing it. Waste of time.”
    • β€œKeeps glitching, freezes, drops out, then restarts stages without saving progress.”
  • music23 mentions

    The game's music aspect is overwhelmingly criticized, with numerous users expressing disappointment over the complete absence of background music and sound effects. Many reviewers suggest that the addition of calming music would enhance the gameplay experience, while the intrusive ads, often louder than any potential in-game audio, further detract from enjoyment. Overall, the lack of sound elements is seen as a significant flaw that diminishes the game's appeal.

    • β€œThe music is super calming too πŸ˜Œβ€
    • β€œNice game but add music 🎢🎢 the game”
    • β€œI wish there was a song in the game because I could hear exactly what I'm cutting down and the train sounds if the developers of this game would do everyone a favor and please put the sounds that might be more enjoyable for the game and us players of the game.”
    • β€œThere's not even any sound at all, no background music or effects.”
    • β€œNo music, no sound effects, nothing.”
    • β€œThe game has no music or sound and is a run of the mill merge game that is train themed.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, smoothness, and vibrant colors, making it visually appealing for an idle game. However, some users note that the simplicity of the graphics can lead to a repetitive experience, as the gameplay lacks significant variation. Despite these criticisms, many find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for casual play.

    • β€œTwo stars for the functionality, UI, and graphics being of high quality.”
    • β€œFantastic graphics and lots of fun to play with.”
    • β€œTremendous game of fun, great graphics; colors are just explosive and vibrant.”
    • β€œThe game is just one level over and over ad infinitum; nothing changes except for the map, which is 90% visuals.”
    • β€œSimple graphics, easy gameplay, but becomes tedious with no changeable options.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a divide among players; while some find it tedious and repetitive, leading to decreased interest, others enjoy the grinding experience as a core part of the game. The lack of variety and options contributes to the frustration for many, with some labeling it as an ad farming app. Overall, the grinding mechanic is seen as a double-edged sword, appealing to some while alienating others.

    • β€œThe repetitive nature of the game became tedious and lowered my interest.”
    • β€œSimple graphics and easy gameplay, but it becomes tedious with no changeable options.”
    • β€œIt becomes more tedious and annoying to progress further.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted as a highlight, with players finding it genuinely funny despite frustrations with lag and intrusive ads. While some users appreciate the comedic elements, others feel that technical issues detract from the overall experience.

    • β€œThis is hilarious that I can repeat this over and over on any level; y'all might want to fix that.”
    • β€œFunny game, the forced ads are killing it!”
    • β€œThe best game ever! You could believe that this game is so funny; it feels so fun to play.”
  • story4 mentions

    The game's story is virtually non-existent, with players expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful progression or challenges, as it primarily revolves around repetitive block merging and breaking. The overwhelming presence of ads further detracts from any potential narrative experience, leaving users feeling that the game is pointless and devoid of engaging content.

    • β€œThis game is very pointless; it desperately needs some permanent upgrades or a quest system. You finish the level, and then you start over, and again, and again... zero feeling of progression.”
    • β€œNo challenge, no story; it's only slightly more entertaining than watching NASCAR.”
    • β€œAds, ads, ads... you know the story.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Players express frustration with the emotional impact of the game, feeling cheated and disheartened by unexpected setbacks that diminish their enthusiasm to continue playing. The need for constant interaction detracts from the experience, leading to a sense of loss when progress is abruptly interrupted.

    • β€œThe game made me feel a deep sense of loss when I lost all my progress on the beach.”
    • β€œOverall, the game had moments that evoked strong emotions, but I felt cheated at times.”
    • β€œI experienced a rollercoaster of emotions while playing, especially when unexpected events occurred.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with reports of stuttering performance and freezing, particularly when ads are forced. Additionally, players have noted that it causes their devices to overheat after extended play sessions.

    • β€œThe game was already stuttering when I started playing, and then the forced ad froze everything completely.”
    • β€œPoorly optimized; it made my phone overheat after close to half an hour.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game's replayability is hindered by frequent mandatory pop-up ads, which detract from the overall experience and discourage players from returning. While the game has potential, the ad interruptions significantly lower its value for repeated play.

    • β€œThe replay value is low; it's not really worth even playing offline to avoid ads.”
    • β€œIt's a cool game, but the mandatory pop-up ads every 60 seconds are frustrating. If they could lessen the frequency just a bit, the game would be way more enjoyable and players would stick around.”
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Play time

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1hAverage play time
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