Underplayed Gems

Simple Trains (2024)

Simple Trains cover
Developer
ElectronDust, Simurai
Publisher
ElectronDust
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.0 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A calm, methodical puzzle of connecting train routes and balancing passenger flow with simple drag-and-drop controls.

relaxingminimaliststrategicpuzzle-likemethodicalcozy2dmanagement

What players say

Players say it is a clear take on Mini Metro, but opinions split on whether it improves or falls short. Its selling point is flexible route editing and a money system used to buy engines and cars, yet the lack of a tutorial and a perceived high price compared to its inspiration turn some away.

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Screenshots

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