Underplayed Gems

Rule the Rail! (2020)

Rule the Rail! cover
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

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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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