Train World

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"Train World is a single-player business strategy game where you build and manage a railroad network across centuries, upgrading trains and technologies while transporting passengers and cargo. Design a resilient network, unlock new regions, and adapt to over 30 cargo types, all within an estimated 8-hour gameplay. Join their Discord community to connect with other train enthusiasts."

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features large maps that allow for realistic train layouts and long-distance travel, providing a unique experience compared to other train sims.
The developer is highly responsive, frequently releasing updates and addressing community feedback, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
The track building system is intuitive and well-designed, making it enjoyable to create complex rail networks.

The user interface is confusing, particularly regarding signal logic and the economic system, which can be poorly explained and difficult to navigate.
The game is still in early access and has numerous bugs and balancing issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
Passenger transport is often unprofitable in the early game, leading to a lack of momentum and progression for players.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
21%
21%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some players finding them outdated or cartoonish, while others appreciate the simple, classic style that prioritizes performance on large maps. Although not as visually stunning as competitors, many users feel the graphics are "good enough" and complement the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics, gameplay, and overall feel are amazing.”
- “I like the simple, classic graphic style.”
- “There seem to be a lot of different types of cargo/industries - you can build quite big trains with a lot of wagons behind it - and the graphics of the trains are quite nice.”
- “The graphics are bad, which would be fine if that were the only problem.”
- “The graphics are on the cartoon side, but I'm betting that is a design choice for performance, which matters on the large maps.”
- “Yes, the graphics are of an older style, but that does not bother me in the least.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The game's cartoonish graphics appear to be a deliberate design choice aimed at optimizing performance, particularly on large maps. While the visuals may not be as stunning as those in other titles like TPF2, players appreciate the lack of performance issues, highlighting the game's impressive size and overall optimization.
- “Sure, the graphics are not as beautiful as, for example, in TPF2, but on the flip side, you don't have performance troubles either.”
- “Sure, graphics are not as beautiful as, for example, in TPF2, but on the flip side, you don't have performance troubles either.”
- “The graphics are on the cartoon side, but I'm betting that is a design choice for performance, which matters on the large maps.”
- “However, the real outstanding feature of this game is the size and performance.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is highly praised for its depth and complexity, offering numerous mechanics that encourage strategic planning for rail network management. Players appreciate the ability to operate long trains over realistic distances, which sets the game apart from others in the genre. Additionally, the developer's active engagement and responsiveness enhance the overall experience.
- “Gameplay is fun, and the ability to run mega long trains over realistic distances sets it apart from anything else out there right now.”
- “After playing this excellent rail network game for over 100 hours, I can positively say that there are lots of mechanics under the hood, and that the game is deep and makes you think about planning your rail network when away from the game.”
- “The developer Dmytro is very active, responsive, and enthusiastic in the making of this game, which adds to the overall experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that while the game has the potential to be a great train simulation, players are frustrated with the rail placement mechanics, which can feel cumbersome and unresponsive. The lack of an undo feature further exacerbates these issues, detracting from the overall experience.