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Railway Empire 2

Railway Empire 2

Nintendo
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Release Date: May 25, 2023

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Railway Empire 2 is the sequel to a warmly received economic strategy from 2018. The player's tasked with developing a train company. The game was created by Gaming Minds Studios and Kalypso Media.

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Railway Empire 2 is a sequel to the warmly received economic strategy from 2018. It was developed by Gaming Minds Studios and published by Kalypso Media.

Mechanics

Gameplay-wise, Railway Empire 2 doesn't differ much from its predecessor. Once again, the game is a classic economic strategy. We choose one of six playable characters and develop our own rail transport company. We must build tracks and infrastructure, such as train stations and repair stations, purchase enger and cargo trains and prepare schedules for them.

The game features two large maps, covering Europe and the United States. The developers have also prepared a number of smaller, more detailed maps covering specific regions of both continents.

Railway Empire 2 has seen a few improvements compared to the first game. The track-building mechanics have been improved and made more accessible. The number of tracks available on bridges has been increased to four, while the number of platforms available on stations has been increased to eight.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows May 25, 2023

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 May 25, 2023

Xbox One

Xbox One May 25, 2023

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch June 22, 2023

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 May 25, 2023

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S May 25, 2023

Developer: Gaming Minds Studios

Publisher: Kalypso Media

Age restrictions: none

Game Series

Railway Empire 2
Railway Empire 2

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Railway Empire Game Series

Railway Empire Game Series

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Originals

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News

Manual Loading in Railway Empire 2 Explained

Manual Loading in Railway Empire 2 Explained

In Railway Empire 2 there is an option for manual loading of trains. In this guide you will learn how it works and how to use it.

How to

Agnes Adamus

June 6, 2023

Manual Loading in Railway Empire 2 Explained
Railway Empire 2 Guide - Tips for Beginners

Railway Empire 2 Guide - Tips for Beginners

If you are beginning your adventure with Railway Empire 2, in this guide you will find tips for getting started. They will enable you to get acquainted with the basics of gameplay.

How to

Agnes Adamus

June 6, 2023

Railway Empire 2 Guide - Tips for Beginners
Maintenance in Railway Empire 2 Explained

Maintenance in Railway Empire 2 Explained

Railway Empire 2 is a game about managing a small railway company in times of Industrial Revolution. In order to keep your firm functioning properly, make sure that your trains are well maintained.

How to

Aleksander Kartasinski

May 29, 2023

Maintenance in Railway Empire 2 Explained
Comma and Decimal Point in Railway Empire 2 Explained

Comma and Decimal Point in Railway Empire 2 Explained

Railway Empire 2 has a rather unusual problem. It concerns the way numbers are written. In this guide you will find out what exactly it is about.

How to

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May 26, 2023

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Railway Empire 2 Launches - Sequel to Successful Rail Economic Strategy

Railway Empire 2 Launches - Sequel to Successful Rail Economic Strategy

Railroad Empire 2 debuts today - lovers of railroads and economic strategies will be able to test themselves as rail transport providers and build their own transportation empire.

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May 25, 2023

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Railway Empire 2 Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-3450 3.1 GHz / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 3.1 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780 / 4 GB Radeon RX 480 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommanded System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-9700 3.0 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 2700 3.2 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 5700 or better, 40 GB SSD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Expansions

List of Game Expansions for Video Game:

Railway Empire 2: Bella Italia

Railway Empire 2: Bella Italia

PCPlayStationXbox

Expansion

February 25, 2025

Strategy

The fourth add-on for the popular economic strategy about railways. Railway Empire 2: Bella Italia DLC takes us to Italy and the expansion offers new maps featuring the north and the south of the country. We can also play new scenarious, buy new locomotives and transport new types of cargo.

Railway Empire 2: Bella Italia
Railway Empire 2: India

Railway Empire 2: India

PCPlayStationXbox

Expansion

October 15, 2024

Strategy

A third expansion for the popular economic strategy from 2023. Railway Empire 2: India focuses on the Indian subcontinent , featuring 3 new scenarios (1840, 1854 and 1865), 4 new local locomotives and the option to haul 16 new types of local products.

Railway Empire 2: India
Railway Empire 2: High Voltage

Railway Empire 2: High Voltage

PCPlayStationXbox

Expansion

July 30, 2024

Strategy

The second expansion for the Railway Empire 2 economic strategy from 2023. The High Voltage add-on focuses on introducing the electricity as an important technological advancement from the beginning of the 20th century. We can also visit Switzerland and transport its goods.

Railway Empire 2: High Voltage
Railway Empire 2: Journey to the East

Railway Empire 2: Journey to the East

PCPlayStationXbox

Expansion

February 15, 2024

Strategy

The first expansion for the economic strategy from 2023. In Railway Empire 2: Journey to the East our job is to create a classic rail line all the way to Constantinople. The expansion offers a new 1881-1890 scenario and various new features, including new types of locomotives.

Railway Empire 2: Journey to the East

Ratings

Game Ratings for Railway Empire 2 Video Game.

7.5

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 60% of Critics. There are 12 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Screen Rant: 4 / 5 by Carrie Lambertsen

As a casual player, Railway Empire 2 can get incredibly overwhelming quickly with the number of different things to pay attention to, such as: resources, connecting lines, what the competition is doing, and budget. This is a strange contrast to the slow-moving nature of the game and the peaceful feeling that the theme and graphics provide. For anyone who is a fan of train simulators or management games, however, Railway Empire 2 is an enjoyable experience that can provide countless hours of entertainment.

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GameWatcher: 8.5 / 10 by Neil Bolt

Much like the evolution of trains in Railway Empire 2's history-spanning campaign, the game itself has learned lessons from the original and forged ahead with a stronger outing all around. While it has a compelling competitive edge to it, the game is best when things are serene.

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Impulsegamer: 3.4 / 5 by Chris O'Connor

An ambitious train management sim that looses steam in some areas.

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73%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (1,550)

STEAM
Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Gameplay: Many s find the game addictive and enjoyable, with elements like sabotage, rivalries, and hostile takeovers adding depth.
  • Graphics and Sound: The game features impressive graphics and sound design, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Variety of Modes: Players appreciate the different gameplay modes available, including campaign, scenarios, free play, and sandbox mode.
  • Improved Mechanics: Some s note that the game has improved upon its predecessor, with larger maps, better balance in goods demand, and more complex track-building options.
  • Customizable Engines and Track Building: Players enjoy the ability to customize trains and build intricate rail networks.

The main cons of the game

  • Technical Issues: Several reviews mention that recent patches have rendered the game unplayable in certain aspects, including loading issues and bugs that affect gameplay.
  • Missing Features from Railway Empire 1: s are disappointed by the absence of certain features from the first game, such as manual track signals, specific engines, and improved AI.
  • Poor Map Design: Criticism is directed at the poor design of maps, with incorrect placements of towns, mountains, and rivers, which detracts from realism.
  • AI Competitiveness: The AI is described as illogical and not competitive, diminishing the challenge of the game.
  • Frequent Train Breakdowns: Players report that trains break down too often, which disrupts gameplay and contrasts with the reliability of AI trains.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Manual Track Signals: s miss the ability to place manual signals, which were present in the previous installment.
  • Certain Engines: Key locomotives from the first game are notably absent, leading to frustration among players.
  • Improved AI: A more competitive and logical AI system is desired to enhance gameplay.
  • Clearer Instructions: Some players feel that the game lacks clear explanations for certain mechanics, such as founding a city.
  • Visual Indicators: Players would like to see station name signs when entering a station for better immersion.

Summary

  • Overall, while Railway Empire 2 has its strengths, particularly in gameplay and aesthetics, it suffers from significant technical issues and missing features that have led to disappointment among fans of the series.

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