Underplayed Gems

Rule the Rail! (2020)

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Developer
Redbrick Studios Ltd
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation
Rating
3.8 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A methodical and relaxing simulation that lets you sculpt landscapes and orchestrate model trains with precise, hands-on control.

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What players say

Players say the Steam version is unstable, crashing every 15–60 minutes, while the much older non-Steam version works fine. It is a model-railroad sandbox with deep customization for locomotives, terrain and decorations, but the interface feels dated and track placement is fiddly. Long-time fans are hurt that the developer never patched it.

Screenshots

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