Railroader (2023)

Developer: Giraffe Lab LLC
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 3,449 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 37 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, deliberate simulation of managing vintage locomotives and freight operations through a beautifully depicted Appalachian landscape.

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What players say

Players praise the deep logistics and freedom to run a railroad how they want, with mod support and multiplayer adding replay value. Some find performance rough in Unity and note the world feels empty, while others call it relaxing. Long-time players are watching for updates, as the game has been in early access since 2023.

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