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"World of Subways 2 - Berlin Line 7" is a subway simulation game that lets you experience the longest route of Berlin's subway, the U7 line. With a coverage of 31.8 km and 40 stations, this large profile line runs completely underground and passes through five districts of the German capital. The game features realistic train controls, animated display monitors at stations, and a day-night cycle, providing an immersive and authentic subway experience.

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

World of Subways 2 – Berlin Line 7 screenshot

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features very realistic graphics and sound design, accurately representing the Berlin U-Bahn experience.
It offers a detailed simulation of subway driving, with a variety of controls and options for players to explore.
The game is affordable, especially when on sale, making it a good choice for train simulation enthusiasts.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, making it frustrating and sometimes unplayable.
There is a lack of dynamic AI passengers, which detracts from the immersion of being a subway driver.
The controls are confusing and often unset, with no tutorial available to help new players learn how to operate the trains.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their realism and accuracy, especially considering its 2009 release, with many users noting the impressive representation of Berlin's stations. However, some criticisms include static passengers, occasional freezing issues, and subpar visuals inside subway stations. Overall, while the graphics are decent and offer good performance, they are not without their optimization flaws.
- “The graphics are extremely realistic for a 2009 game.”
- “The graphics are decent enough for a game this age, and the stations are surprisingly accurate (I've lived in Berlin for the past decade and have used many of the stations).”
- “The graphics are beautiful (I live in Berlin, and these are awesome representations of all of the stations), and I really wish that I could enjoy this game.”
- “But my only problems are the static passengers on the platform and the game randomly freezing, even after adjusting graphics settings.”
- “The graphics are decent enough for a game this age and the stations are surprisingly accurate (I've lived in Berlin for the past decade and have used many of the stations).”
- “-poor graphics inside the subway stations”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is generally well-received, with users noting that it runs smoothly despite some imperfections. Players can choose between two train models, the older f90 and the newer h01, and it's suggested to watch related videos for a better understanding before diving in.
- “Not perfectly, but it runs and the gameplay isn't bad at all.”
- “Moving on to the actual gameplay: you get to choose from two different trains: an older F90 and a newer H01.”
- “For that, I would recommend watching World of Subways Vol 2 videos before your actual gameplay.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features impressive graphics, but some users note that they are not well-optimized, particularly given its status as an older simulator. Overall, performance is generally regarded as excellent.
- “Graphics are great and performance is excellent.”
- “It has good graphics, although they are not very optimized, but again, it's an old simulator.”
- “It has good graphics, although they are not very optimized; however, it's an old simulator.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs reported by users, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and raises questions about the development quality.
- “This game would be a lot more fun if it wasn't so incredibly buggy.”
- “But how can any professional developer of an entire series of related titles make something this buggy?”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express concerns about the game's replayability, suggesting it is lacking compared to other titles like Flight Sim X Steam Edition, which is perceived to offer a better experience and more value for repeated playthroughs.
- “Flight Sim X Steam Edition is currently available for $12, and I definitely feel that the game offers a better deal and better replayability.”
- “I haven't played for that long yet, but I do feel the game is kind of lacking in its replayability factor.”
- “Flight Sim X Steam Edition is currently available for $12, and I definitely feel that game offers a better deal and better replayability.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect of the game is minimal, focusing primarily on the simulation experience rather than a narrative. Players with prior experience in train simulation may find enjoyment in the fast-paced scenarios, despite some missions being broken and the presence of bugs. Overall, it caters more to simulation enthusiasts than those seeking a rich storyline.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is praised for its authenticity, effectively capturing the essence of a real train experience.
- “The atmosphere perfectly captures the essence of a real train journey.”
- “The immersive environment makes you feel like you're truly on a train.”
- “Every detail contributes to an authentic and captivating train atmosphere.”