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Train Station Renovation: First Job

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85%Game Brain Score
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story, stability
85% User Score Based on 221 reviews

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Train Station Renovation: First Job is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Live Motion Games and was released on April 21, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Welcome to the prologue to Train Station Renovation. This is where you will learn and teach how to renovate these small and the largest train stations in the world.

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 221 reviews
graphics9 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and relaxing experience of renovating train stations, similar to House Flipper, which many players find enjoyable.
  • The demo is well-polished with little to no bugs, providing a smooth gameplay experience that leaves players eager for the full release.
  • Players appreciate the satisfying gameplay mechanics, such as cleaning and decorating, which create a sense of accomplishment and creativity.
  • Many players find the gameplay repetitive and tedious, particularly the cleaning tasks, which can lead to boredom after a short time.
  • There are significant bugs and performance issues, including crashes and lag, which hinder the overall experience and frustrate players.
  • The game lacks depth and content, with some players feeling it is a simple asset flip that doesn't offer enough variety or engagement to justify a purchase.
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While some players praise the visuals as "amazing" and "nice," others criticize them for being underwhelming or poorly optimized, particularly on lower-end systems. The general consensus suggests that while the graphics have potential, they may require further refinement to meet player expectations.

    • “I do recommend it because the graphics look amazing!”
    • “This game is really awesome.. it has very nice graphics and music and the controls are pretty easy to work with.. I can't wait until the full release, going to purchase.”
    • “The game's graphics are great, and the concept is unique.”
    • “Considering that my computer can run these other high power and demanding games, I would expect this game to run smoothly when I place it on minimal graphics.”
    • “With minimal graphical settings applied, the frame rate is bare minimum.”
    • “The graphics are a little ugly, in other words.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying its relaxing and satisfying mechanics, particularly in restoring abandoned buildings, while others feel it lacks depth and could benefit from more mechanical elements. Overall, it offers a casual and immersive experience, appealing to fans of simulation games like Car Mechanic Simulator and House Flipper, but some users remain cautious due to limited gameplay experience. Ratings vary, with scores around 7 to 8 out of 10 reflecting a generally positive but cautious reception.

    • “On the other hand, it's very cool gameplay!”
    • “Quite a fun demo which introduces you to all the essential and basic mechanics of the game, as well as lending an immersive and casual atmosphere.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty satisfying, giving care for abandoned buildings feels really good with the jobs you can do.”
    • “You need to restore the stations and this is where the gameplay ends.”
    • “Therefore, at this time I will remain neutral until I am able to play the game, as this seems to have great potential; however, I will leave this review as 'not recommended', as I have had zero gameplay experience as of yet, but do look to have plenty.”
    • “Gameplay feels really relaxing, especially because of the nice chill music.”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is centered around the renovation of train stations, each featuring a unique backstory that adds depth to the gameplay. While players appreciate the concept and world-building potential, some have encountered issues with mission completion, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative aspect is engaging but may be hindered by technical difficulties.

    • “It's something different from any other train simulators, but the main focus is on the renovation of stations, each in various states of disrepair, with each level giving a nice little backstory.”
    • “It's a good game to play; it's similar to another game called House Flipper, where you update lots of old train stations and complete missions to earn money for upgrading your tools.”
    • “Could really build a world and story just through one job.”
    • “I like the idea behind the game but I cannot get the first mission to start up.”
    • “- it seems the single mission that it does have will never complete as it refuses to see that you actually placed the items that are according to the quest required.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and chill atmosphere, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the soothing soundtrack, which complements the cleaning and repairing mechanics, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable gaming environment. Overall, the music is highlighted as a standout feature that adds to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack is nice as well, giving a relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “I love the whole cleaning and repairing aspect of the game and the music soundtrack is really relaxing to listen to.”
    • “Gameplay feels really relaxing, especially because of nice chill music.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report a generally stable experience with the game, noting the demo version is free of glitches and bugs. However, some mention minor bugs, particularly when using the train model feature, which is considered somewhat expected.

    • “No glitches or bugs in the demo version; I did not try the full game because I'm waiting for Steam.”
    • “No glitches that I have found.”
    • “You can also play with the train model in your house, although it's pretty buggy.”
    • “Bit buggy, but to be expected really.”
    • “No glitches or bugs.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of Train Station Renovation to be tedious and repetitive, particularly with tasks like sweeping the floor. While some gamers enjoy these monotonous jobs, many reviewers feel that the game quickly loses its appeal due to the excessive grind. Overall, it caters to those who appreciate repetitive tasks, but may not be enjoyable for everyone.

    • “Train Station Renovation is not a bad game the first time you play it; after that, it gets tedious and repetitive.”
    • “The reason I don't recommend the game is that it can get very tedious very fast.”
    • “The game could be fun if the tedious jobs could be minimized, but judging from other reviews, those jobs are exactly what the gamers want, just not me.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for including in-game advertisements despite being a paid title, leading some players to perceive it as a potential cash grab. While the game shows promise and effort in its development, concerns about its long-term support and updates persist.

    • “In-game advertisements for a paid game?”
    • “I really do hope this is not a quick cash grab and then there are no more updates; you can see a lot of work has gone into the game.”
    • “Feels like a cheap and quick cash grab at this stage, much like the job you do on the station in-game.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly even on minimal graphics settings, with no significant technical issues encountered. This suggests effective optimization for a range of hardware capabilities.

    • “The game runs smoothly, and I had no technical issues with it.”
    • “Considering that my computer can run these other high power and demanding games, I would expect this game to run smoothly when I set it to minimal graphics.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is described as immersive and casual, enhanced by a pleasant soundtrack that contributes to a relaxing experience. The demo effectively introduces essential mechanics while maintaining a fun and engaging environment.

    • “Quite a fun demo that introduces you to all the essential and basic mechanics of the game, while also providing an immersive and casual atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack is nice as well, creating a relaxing atmosphere.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as light and amusing, adding a playful touch to the overall experience.

    • “It's a little bit funny, hello!”
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Train Station Renovation: First Job is a casual strategy game.

Train Station Renovation: First Job is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 99 hours playing Train Station Renovation: First Job.

Train Station Renovation: First Job was released on April 21, 2020.

Train Station Renovation: First Job was developed by Live Motion Games.

Train Station Renovation: First Job has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Train Station Renovation: First Job is a single player game.

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