indiegame.fan
A-Train PC Classic header art

A-Train PC Classic

As president of a train company, lead city growth to make your transport business prosper. The retro style, square grid map, and complete tutorials are easy on the newcomer, but veterans will find a challenge with advanced resource management, research, and the passage of time.

Steam Page
Developer
Release
December 13, 2016
9 years and 234 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mostly Positive151 reviews79.5%

Does this feel indie?

Vote based on whether this game feels indie to you. You can change your vote at any time. Results earn an IGF score after 10 accepted votes.
No votes yet
Vote on More Games
Game contextLatest: IGF Team
ContextThe evidence factors used to assess whether this game belongs on IndieGame.Fan.Status
Notes
Latest Contributor: IGF TeamEdit notes
Updated: Jul 13, 2026Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer.
Updated: Jul 13, 2026Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher.
The separate publisher has a broad catalog or developer network in the local database.
Search Google: Is A-Train PC Classic self-published or published by STUDIOARTDINK and KOMODO?Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified.
Search Google: How is A-Train PC Classic and STUDIOARTDINK and KOMODO funded?FundingThe known source of funding behind the game.
Search Google: Who controls the creative direction and IP for A-Train PC Classic and ARTDINK?Creative controlWho appears to retain creative control of the game.
Updated: Jul 13, 2026Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.
The game was released through a separate publisher.

Media

6 items

About the Game

Broaden the Train Network and Develop the Town





As the president of a burgeoning train company, your mandate extends beyond mere tracks and trains. Your task is to construct a robust railway network that facilitates the flow of goods, materials, and people between stations, commercial hubs, and communities. Your strategic decisions will serve as the catalyst for regional development, attracting new residents and stimulating economic growth.

Starting with quaint rural settings, witness your cities dynamically evolve as larger commercial centers and factories emerge. To capitalize on this growth, diversify into truck and bus transportation, as well as invest in your own business ventures for increased profitability. Your choices have a direct impact on the region's development, as the AI dynamically adapts to your strategic moves.

Introducing the "Epoch" System: A Journey Through Time and Technology





The "Epoch" system adds a layer of technological progression and era transitions to the gameplay. As time advances, so does technology; coal makes way for oil, and new architectural designs replace the old. Historical milestones offer additional layers of challenges and opportunities, enriching your gameplay experience.

The game's open-ended nature allows for endless possibilities, enabling you to build the railroad empire of your dreams, evolving through ages and technological advancements.



Game experience may alter from user to user depending on their hardware configuration. All user comments and reviews below are unsolicited. Reviews and comments are in no way created or controlled by Degica or Artdink and reflect the views of the reviewer only.