Why Early Access?

“Mapping the entire UK rail network accurately takes time, and I want to involve the community to get it right. Player feedback on routes, station data, and gameplay balance is invaluable - it's better to build this together than behind closed doors.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Approximately 6 months.”

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

“I plan to expand the network with additional stations and routes across the UK. The scope of the final network will evolve based on development progress and community feedback. Early Access currently covers Scotland with expansion into England and Wales actively in development.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is fully playable now with: - Scottish rail network with 79 real stations across 6 regions, parts of England and Wales also mapped
- 9 train classes with distinct stats and running costs
- Career mode with 5 progressive chapters is playable but is very much a work in progress and new features and gameplay will be added over time.
- Sandbox mode with full freedom - Service creation with express and stopping patterns
- Dynamic passenger demand and satisfaction system - Station upgrades, tech research, and driver management
- Event system including weather, failures, and demand surges
- Built-in map editor for placing custom stations and drawing new lines
- Financial management with loans and daily revenue tracking - Save/load system with auto-save”

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

“No. The price will remain the same at full launch.”

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

“The map editor is already in the game - players can place stations, draw routes, and build out areas they know best. I'll be actively collecting community-created station and route data to incorporate into official updates. Beyond mapping, player feedback will directly shape gameplay features, balance changes, and quality-of-life improvements. Discussion forums and bug reports on Steam are the best way to get involved. This is a solo project and every bit of community input helps make it better.”