Unrailed 2: Back on Track

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Unrailed 2: Back on Track is a single player and multiplayer survival simulation game. It was developed by Indoor Astronaut and was released on November 7, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Unrailed is back on track with more co-op railroad construction chaos! Choose your path in a new world packed with bold biomes and bosses. Permanently upgrade your character and engines, even create and share your own levels - just don‘t let your train derail!

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 720 reviews

gameplay29 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

Great upgrade to the previous game with more features and mechanics, making it more engaging and fun.
The game is very enjoyable with friends, providing a chaotic yet cooperative experience that fosters teamwork.
The addition of new biomes, wagons, and character customization options adds depth and variety to gameplay.

The game suffers from bugs and connectivity issues, especially in online multiplayer, which can disrupt gameplay.
The bot AI can be frustratingly unhelpful, often blocking paths or failing to perform tasks effectively.
Some players find the difficulty spikes, particularly with certain bosses, to be unfair and frustrating.

gameplay
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
66%
3%
The gameplay of Unrailed 2 has received mixed reviews, with many praising its improvements over the first game, including new mechanics, enhanced graphics, and a more engaging cooperative experience. However, some players have criticized issues such as lag, cluttered interfaces, and a lack of meaningful choices, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, the game is generally seen as a fun and chaotic multiplayer experience that builds on the original's foundation while introducing fresh elements.
- “The fast-paced, cooperative gameplay keeps every round exciting as players scramble to lay tracks and keep their train moving.”
- “Unrailed 2 brings a whole bunch of new mechanics, upgrades, carts, bosses, that just keep you more engaged than ever!”
- “Unrailed 2 has, in my book, retained the essence of the original while expanding the game mechanics that you would want; more variety, more hidden strategies, and more player choice make this a successful sequel.”
- “That biome has terrible map layout and tedious mechanics designed just to annoy you, which are the reasons I dislike the first Unrailed.”
- “Few steps back from the first: crashes on startup without internet connection; cluttered, unreadable UIs; a map drowned in uniform colors with pointless outlines everywhere; and most 'new' gameplay is just more menus and upgrade trees—added complexity without added fun.”
- “Here, however, the gameplay feels watered down, with fewer meaningful choices and mechanics that fail to capture the frantic yet fun energy of the first installment.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
70%
9%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the updated visuals and cute art style, while others criticize the lack of clarity and the presence of bugs that disrupt gameplay. Many noted that the graphics can appear muddy or less detailed compared to the original, leading to frustration during building. Overall, while there are improvements in aesthetics and polish, technical issues and visual clarity remain concerns for some players.
- “Great soundtrack, cute art style, great fun with friends!”
- “The graphics became more polished, the objectives are scattered throughout the map, which is constantly branching from station to station.”
- “Holy crap is this game ever an improvement on the original game, updated graphics, beautiful lighting, and a whole lot of effort, if you've never played Unrailed, this is definitely the best time to consider playing it!”
- “It’s just that the visuals can get muddy, and suddenly instead of building a majestic castle, you’ve created a lopsided shed that even goblins would be embarrassed to live in.”
- “They somehow managed to take a working set of mechanics and graphics and make both worse.”
- “The graphics are significantly less clear and playing with a controller is absolutely a worse experience than the first.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its warm and nostalgic qualities, while others feel it falls short compared to the first game's soundtrack. Although some tracks are described as magnificent and fitting for the game's vibe, the inconsistency in music presence during gameplay leads to a lower overall score. Overall, while the music adds charm and depth, it is often overshadowed by the stronger soundtrack of the previous installment.
- “The soundtrack does an incredible job of wrapping you in this warm, cozy blanket of vibes that almost makes you forget you’re about to argue with your partner over where to put the next wall.”
- “Starting off on a strong note, the music... what can we say, it is magnificent and it can remind you of childhood (assuming you had a good one).”
- “There is so much love in the music, cute characters and maps, and playing as one team is just so wholesome.”
- “Two minutes in, the music dips out.”
- “This almost sounds like royalty-free stock music.”
- “I really think it's a great sequel, graphics are great, mechanics are great, I like everything about it but I think there's only one thing in which Unrailed 1 is better: the soundtrack.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been a recurring issue, with users reporting various bugs, including visual glitches, controller detection problems, and freezing at startup. While some players find it enjoyable despite these issues, many recommend waiting for further updates to improve stability, as developers are actively working on fixes. Overall, the game is considered playable but still requires significant improvements in stability.
- “New update is buggy.”
- “The game has a lot of problems; sometimes it freezes on the start screen and my controller is not detected.”
- “Even on safe mode graphics, the game is so buggy.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in *Unrailed 2* is characterized by its chaotic and frustrating gameplay, which leads to numerous hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. Players appreciate the game's ability to create funny situations through its hectic nature, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a lighthearted and entertaining group experience. Overall, the game is praised for its blend of humor and teamwork, resulting in a uniquely enjoyable and often comical gaming session.
- “It’s chaotic, it’s frustrating, it’s hilarious, and it’s kind of perfect if you want to bond (or feud) with your favorite gaming buddy.”
- “I love this game, it’s funny, it’s hectic and makes for a lot of fun moments.”
- “**Final verdict**: *Unrailed 2* is a brilliantly frustrating, fun, and hilarious experience.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The story aspect of the game is described as lacking a cohesive narrative, with players noting that while there are interesting additions between missions, the gameplay is marred by frustrating AI behavior that detracts from the experience. Despite these issues, the game offers a variety of worlds, levels, and side quests that can engage players in a fun, albeit chaotic, multiplayer environment. Overall, it seems to prioritize quick, enjoyable gameplay over a strong story.
- “All in all, perfect for a quick fun thing with friends, but you can also quickly lose yourself in the different worlds, levels, and all the side quests that have been created!”
- “In the everlong quest for a team game that is fun but doesn't make me want to kill my friends, this is a strong competitor.”
- “Choose to invest in quests for more bolts, choose which map difficulty or shops you travel towards.”
- “☐ no story”
- “It is not about figuring out because it won't give you the time to do it and instead will fail you even on tutorial missions.”
- “All in all perfect for a quick fun thing with friends but you can also quickly lose yourself in the different worlds, levels and all the side quests that have been created!”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
28%
29%
Overall, the game's replayability is praised for its increased depth and variety compared to its predecessor, offering countless hours of enjoyment, especially in multiplayer mode. While some feel it strays from the simplicity that made the original addictive, many agree that the improvements and random level generation significantly enhance replay value, making it a worthwhile experience.
- “Same charm that made the first so good but with added depth to increase replayability.”
- “Final verdict: 8.5/10 - a fast, fun, and highly replayable multiplayer gem.”
- “Where the original game felt balanced and replayable, Unrailed 2 feels like it’s trying too hard to reinvent the wheel, and in doing so, it loses the simplicity that made the first game so addictive.”
- “Even being in early access, the game is worth more than the $20 asking price as there are countless hours of replayability with multiplayer and randomly generated levels (which is done beautifully, I might add).”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke strong feelings, ranging from nostalgia and joy to frustration, particularly with its mechanics. Players appreciate the wholesome elements, such as the music and character design, which foster a sense of teamwork and connection, while some express a desire for improved gameplay balance to enhance their overall experience. The game successfully elicits emotional responses, including moments of sadness and joy, making it a memorable experience for many.
- “The octopus made me cry.”
- “There is so much love in the music, cute characters and maps, and playing as one team is just so wholesome.”
- “Great wholesome fun!”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to poor map layouts and mechanics that feel designed to annoy players. While some enjoy the challenge of grinding for unlockables and appreciate the new biomes, others find the process overly grindy and lacking in meaningful rewards. Additionally, the limited server availability can exacerbate the grind experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's not much though; it's grindy to get and not too meaningful.”
- “Con: perks are too grindy; sometimes there are only 2-3 servers.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization strategy in the sequel has been criticized as potentially exploitative, with some fans perceiving it as a cash grab rather than a meaningful expansion of the original series. Concerns have been raised about the justification for microtransactions and their impact on the overall experience.
- “Like, what could they add to justify it, or is it just a cash grab?”
- “For fans of the original, this sequel might feel more like a cash grab than a genuine attempt to build on the series.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for significant performance degradation over time, with frame rates dropping drastically during extended play sessions. Additionally, users report persistent stuttering and input lag, indicating that the game's netcode and overall performance management need improvement.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even in demanding scenarios.”
- “The game runs well on a variety of hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers are continuously working on performance improvements to enhance the overall experience.”
- “However, I experienced a bug that made it so that the more I played, the worse the performance would get until I restarted the game (e.g., from 140+ FPS to 30 slowly in the span of 1-2 hours).”
- “There is so much stuttering that the game is consistently failing to read my inputs every other second.”
- “The netcode runs full map simulation on both clients, and when performance is low, but the network is stable, it shouldn't happen.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that certain elements in the game disrupt the overall atmosphere, negatively impacting their immersion and experience.
- “This disrupts the atmosphere for me.”

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Unrailed 2: Back on Track is a survival simulation game.

Unrailed 2: Back on Track is available on PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 107 hours playing Unrailed 2: Back on Track.

Unrailed 2: Back on Track was released on November 7, 2024.

Unrailed 2: Back on Track was developed by Indoor Astronaut.

Unrailed 2: Back on Track has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Unrailed 2: Back on Track is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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