The 20th century heralds the new age of electrification for the railroad, and a new opportunity to make your fortune. Build your corporation carefully, as you deploy modern electric and diesel locomotives, lay new tracks, transport goods and passengers, and stay ahead of the competition.
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Mixed (42) - 66% of the 42 user reviews in the last 30 days are positive.
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Mostly Positive (141) - 75% of the 141 user reviews for this game are positive.
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We wanted to head into Early Access to work closely with the community and continue to gather your feedback while we continue to polish, refine, and expand the game. We plan to add new features and content, guided by your input.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The current plan is to get a full release in 2025, but this may change depending on the content and features added and how Early Access will progress.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version will have additional content and features based on community feedback during the Early Access phase. Additionally, during the Early Access phase, we will maintain a roadmap to highlight the content that has been released and to provide updates on what we are currently working on.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current Early Access version will have all the core mechanics described in the “About This Game” Section below, including campaign mode with 4 missions at EA launch, multiplayer mode, sandbox mode, and at least 10 different locomotives to research and deploy.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The price may be increased based on the content that we add, when it gets released out of Early Access.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“The community will be involved throughout the development process in Early Access, during which they can provide feedback through Steam’s Discussions page, as well as on our Discord.”
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About This Game

In the city's bustling heart, amid the clatter of trains and the bustle of commuters, your journey begins. As you step into your newly established office, a map spreads out before you, and with dreams of the corporation in mind, you're ready to lay the foundations of your railroad legacy. The city streets may be crowded, but your path is clear—forge ahead, build your network, and rise to greatness.

Railroad Corporation 2 is a train tycoon game set at the turn of the 20th century, where you take on the mantle of a railroad magnate to start your new railroad corporation. Seize the opportunity of railroad electrification to lead the charge in the new era of trains. Strategize as you lay tracks, balance finances, deploy locomotives to ferry goods across vast landscapes, and outpace the competition.

Onwards and upwards! Connect the region by rail to promote trade and supply your organization. Upgrade your tracks over time, unlock diesel and electric locomotives, and increase speed and efficiency to deliver more goods across the country. Control semaphores to control the flow of traffic, and keep junctions clear and trains running smoothly. Construct bridges, tunnels, or level crossings to manage a vast network of tracks and locomotives.

Establish cities, and cultivate their growth over time. Research and build industry production facilities, hospitals and banks, among other structures, to reveal unique benefits that will help your corporation thrive. Construct power plants to supply electricity to cities and railroads. Upgrade these structures to push your corporation to its full potential.

Resources becoming scarce? Unlock additional resources through geological exploration, and discover groundbreaking ways to develop the landscape.

Financial acumen is as vital as laying tracks and running trains. Analyze accounting reports to assess your fiscal health and make strategic decisions. Dive into the world of loans and bonds to infuse your corporation with much-needed capital, through the Financial Department. But tread carefully – each financial choice carries its own risks and rewards. Buy low, sell high, and shape global commodity prices to your advantage. But remember, every trade has consequences, and your actions can ripple through the market.

With the Lobbying Department, influence government policies and local regulations to your advantage. Whether it's securing tax breaks or reducing construction costs, strategic lobbying can give you the edge.

Build new departments within your corporation, such as research, financial, and lobbying departments, to open up new opportunities, such as researching new locomotives, establishing new settlements, and issuing bonds. Hire and manage staff within each department, leveraging their passive abilities to enhance your operations. As you expand and upgrade your departments, you can attract and recruit higher-level employees who bring even more productivity, pushing your corporation towards greater success.

Grow your corporation through the campaign mode! Test your skills and compete against your friends for prominence in online multiplayer. Forge partnerships and work together in co-op mode, or focus on your solo corporation in Sandbox mode. The choice is yours!

KEY FEATURES

- Immerse yourself in the first four chapters of a story-driven campaign

- Go head to head or co-operate with up to 4 players in Multiplayer

- Purchase new, state-of-the-art locomotives (including electric engines)

- Optimise your networks using rail mechanics (crossings, slopes, tunnels, electric lines and upgradeable bridges)

- Build public buildings (banks, stores, churches, more!) to influence cities in your favor

- Operate four unique office staff specialties and departments (science, geology, lobbying, finance)

- Manage your networks using semaphores and route checkpoints

- Analyse various types of reports to streamline your business (balance sheet, multiplayer reports, and more!)

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 (64 bit), Windows 11 (64 bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i5 6400
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX970 or RX580
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectX 11 compatible sound card with latest drivers
    • Additional Notes: The minimum system requirements target playability in the most complex scenarios on 1080p. Older hardware can likely run the game with adjusted expectations as long as it supports DX11
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 (64 bit), Windows 11 (64 bit)
    • Processor: i5 9600K or Ryzen 5 3600
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: RTX 3060 or RX 5700 XT
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectX 11 compatible sound card with latest drivers

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