Haarlem, The Netherlands, October 21st, 2024 - Become a railroad magnate and get down to business in Railroad Corporation 2, now available in Early Access on Steam! Developed by Corbie Games and published by Iceberg Interactive, this highly anticipated sequel builds substantially on the foundations of its predecessor, offering electrifying new gameplay – including 10 additional locomotives, expanded track-laying options, new departments and staffing features, and an expanded financial model. It’s time to lay down tracks for your successful corporation!
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 corporate domination 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.
Check out our Early Access launch trailer below:
What’s New in Railroad Corporation 2?
Building on the foundations of its popular predecessor, this second edition expands on core features, while also introducing new features for additional strategic depth, including:
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Electrification & Expanded Railroad Building: Players can now electrify their tracks, allowing electric locomotives to power through your network. Additionally, new tools have been introduced to refine track laying, including parallel snapping, grid-based placement, and the ability to place tracks over other tracks (also known as diamond crossings).
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Detailed Locomotive Reports: Get detailed insights into your locomotives, including statistics about their top speed, max pulling mass, monthly upkeep, and other advanced specifications.
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Signal Mechanics: Railroad Corporation 2 introduces signal mechanics to control the flow of traffic and ensure locomotives are running smoothly across junctions.
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Headquarters & New Departments: Players can choose strategic locations for their headquarters and train stations, and unearth new materials to trade with using the Geology department.
- Financial & Operational Insights:
Gain a clearer view of your financials with the new reporting tool. This feature provides detailed insights into your company’s activities, a snapshot of how your competitors are doing, and essential market information.
What’s available on Early Access Launch?In addition to the expanded core features and new options, players can explore the game through a variety of game modes, including:
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Campaign Story Mode: Embark on your railroad journey with four initial missions, with new missions being added throughout the Early Access period.
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Multiplayer Mode: Test your strategic skills in cooperative or versus scenarios for up to 4 players. Team up with a business partner or face off against others, with distinct maps designed to challenge your strategic prowess among other entrepreneurs.
- Sandbox Mode: Unleash your creativity with sandbox mode, allowing you to build and manage your railroad corporation without constraints. With all 10 locomotives unlocked, and all research options completed, you’re free to experiment with different strategies, design intricate railroad networks, and explore the game’s features at your own pace.
About Railroad Corporation 2
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 opportunities offered by 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.
Don’t miss the chance to get on board with the future of railroad tycoon games! Join the Railroad Corporation community during Early Access and be among the first to dive into the world of Railroad Corporation 2 on Steam. Stay on track with the latest updates and news by following us on Steam, Discord, X (formally Twitter), and Facebook. All aboard for an exciting ride!
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Steam - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1677970/Railroad_Corporation_2/
Media Kit - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mPo2zSzSbNkzt_PVMiZ_7WiEuvw6w7BS?usp=drive_link
Media Contact: PR@iceberg-games.com, Wouter Kronenberg
About Corbie Games:
A developer of realistic sim games. Corbie Games has been active on the market with projects such as Bounty Train and Railroad Corporation.
About Iceberg Interactive:
Iceberg Interactive is an independent video game publisher known for many hit franchises including Strange Horticulture, Killing Floor 2, Maneater, and Circle Empires; the company has enjoyed recent success with PC titles such as Blazing Sails, Chivalry 2, Land of the Vikings, AirportSim and Dead Season. Iceberg Interactive has many exciting games coming up, including Strange Antiquities, Circle Empires II, Second Sun, and IHAS (PC). To learn more, please visit www.iceberg-games.com.