Derail Valley (2019)

- Developer
- Altfuture
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Early Access
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 9,217 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 34 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
Driving massive trains through a vast, dynamic landscape feels meditative and immersive, with a satisfying blend of realistic mechanics and serene natural beauty.
relaxingimmersiveatmosphericrealisticopen worldmethodicalchallengingsimulation
What players say
Players praise Derail Valley's hands-on, physical train operations and satisfying freedom. The learning curve is steep, especially at first. Many find the world feels empty. Development is slow, by early 2025, players note no update in nearly a year and a 2027 roadmap.
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