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Train Yard Builder

72%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
story, gameplay
72% User Score Based on 93 reviews

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"Train Yard Builder" is a creative sandbox game that lets you build and customize your own train yard. Choose from various trains and wagons, customize their appearance, and use tools like track switches and activators to create complex designs. You can also add details such as benches, roads, and plants to create a vibrant and immersive environment. Shop and sell different items to expand your collection while planning and building your dream train yard.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
optimization2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a cozy and relaxing experience, making it enjoyable for casual players and model train enthusiasts alike.
  • There is a good variety of tasks and customization options, including the ability to paint models and create dioramas, which adds a fun element to gameplay.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, and the game has a charming atmosphere that can engage players, especially younger audiences.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many tasks being mundane and not offering much challenge or variety.
  • There are significant limitations in train operations, such as the inability to reverse trains or create complex layouts, which may disappoint serious model railroading fans.
  • The game suffers from bugs and performance issues, including lag spikes and unresponsive controls, which can hinder the overall experience.
  • story
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for being poorly constructed and overly restrictive, often feeling forced and lacking emotional depth. Players express frustration with time-sensitive missions and a lack of clarity in job assignments, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game offers a fun model train-building concept, the narrative serves more as a tutorial than an engaging storyline, leaving many players disappointed.

    • “A fun model train game with several modes that allow you to play a storyline or make your own layouts!”
    • “Story mode serves more of a tutorial, but the various tasks would appeal to younger children playing this title.”
    • “I'm hoping the major missions are a lot more free and if not, that the sandbox mode is really enjoyable.”
    • “The story is horrifically forced, unsentimental, and forces guilt upon the player.”
    • “The story and writing in this game is broken and dry at best.”
    • “There are main story events, but after a point they are timed, and if you miss the 5-minute mark, so sad too bad, you just wasted your efforts.”
  • graphics
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally well-received, described as fun and whimsical, with a relaxing style that complements the model train theme. However, some users express a desire for more depth and realism, noting inconsistencies in art styles and occasional blurriness during gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are considered good for the price, there are concerns about the use of AI-generated artwork without clear disclosure.

    • “This is a very relaxing whimsical style graphics, model train game.”
    • “For the price it is, it's definitely worth it and the graphics are really nice too.”
    • “This is an absolutely beautiful game - not in terms of its graphics (which I still think are great), but it's gentle nature, attention to detail, and clear love of model trains.”
    • “Generated artwork used for store-page artwork and in-game without any easy to find disclosure that states it's A.I.”
    • “The graphics on the on-ride train are blurred at times, which detracts from the experience.”
    • “Loading screens look very suspicious due to the mix of art styles.”
  • gameplay
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring a fun loop and streamlined mechanics, particularly in the model train and diorama design aspects. However, players note a lack of depth for replayability and some bugs that need addressing, with the experience feeling potentially dull for those not passionate about creating dioramas. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a relaxing and comfy gaming experience.

    • “Overall the hotfix is a step in the right direction with both gameplay and showing that we, as customers, are being seen and heard with our issues and suggestions.”
    • “Really awesome model train game with relaxing ambiance and streamlined mechanics.”
    • “There is also a diorama mechanic where you can design prefabs with multiple parts to quickly place onto your table.”
    • “I haven't tried the sandbox mode, but even if the gameplay is simple and quite intuitive, the game feels quite boring and I am sure it is only fun for the people with a passion to create these diorama tables.”
    • “But some bugs need to be ironed out and some gameplay added.”
    • “I would advise only playing it if you are just searching for a comfy game, but it's probably the comfiest game out there (gameplay wise).”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is primarily derived from the amusing dioramas and engaging storyline, which provide a fun experience for a few hours. However, the repetitive nature of gameplay, particularly with the "painting" mechanic, can lead to a loss of interest after a while, as the simplicity of the dioramas may not sustain long-term enjoyment.

    • “Dioramas are funny and cool to implement into layouts.”
    • “The small dioramas are funny, but also so simple that it is done after a few.”
    • “Because of the storyline, it is funny to play for a few hours.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization and performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, many players still find it enjoyable and are willing to overlook the technical flaws due to its charm and engaging gameplay.

    • “Holy smokes, this game is very unoptimized!”
    • “Even though I'm giving the game flak for performance issues, I'm still leaving a positive review because it's honestly a cute little game and chances are I'll be spending hours playing!”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the overall gameplay loop enjoyable but feel that the lack of depth limits the game's replayability. Enhancing the complexity and variety of gameplay elements could significantly improve the experience for returning players.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive at times, indicating that it can feel repetitive or tedious.

    • “The game can feel a bit grindy at times.”
    • “There are moments when the grinding becomes excessive.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for frequent lag spikes and freezes, which have significantly impacted gameplay, with players reporting that these issues consume a substantial portion of their gaming experience.

    • “Frequent lag spikes and freezes have taken up at least 1/5 of my game time so far.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as adorable and uplifting, contributing positively to the overall experience and atmosphere. Despite some minor bugs at launch, the combination of music, artwork, and premise has resonated well with players, enhancing their enjoyment.

    • “The whole thing (artwork, music, premise) is just adorable and makes me happy.”

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