Trainz

 PC
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Yahoo!
    90
    Powerful, easy to use, and loaded with potential, it could become the flagship computer title for train enthusiasts.
  2. Gamezilla!
    87
    Truly a work of art. It attains the virtual railroad experience with excellence. There are absolutely no negative surprises.
  3. GameSpot
    87
    If you've ever been at least slightly captivated by the romance of the rails or have perhaps thought of dabbling in model railroading, Trainz could easily make an enthusiastic convert of you.
  5. GameSpy
    83
    While the gameplay will mostly appeal to the hardcore fans of the hobby, almost anyone will get a smile as they watch the cars roll by.
  6. Gamers' Temple
    81
    Those looking for less scenery and pretty looking trains and more gaming, should probably pass on Trainz as they will lose interest in the game before too long.
  7. All Game Guide
    80
    The single most endearing attribute of this title is its simplicity and ease of use, regardless of which aspect of the hobby enthralls you.
  8. Computer Games Magazine
    80
    Nothing else on the market offers the chance to recapture the glory of model railroading on the cheap and, more importantly, without the basement-sized mess.
  9. Adrenaline Vault
    80
    The amazing flexibility of the Surveyor tool guarantees zealous builders will have endless miles of track and numerous layouts on which to ride.
  10. IGN
    80
    Model railroaders with a tad bit of computer savvy will spend hours...and hours...and hours on this.
  11. GamePen
    80
    The graphics in Trainz are top notch. I was blown away with the detail of the engines and carriages, not to mention the environment. Everything looks gorgeous.
  12. ActionTrip
    80
    The thing that makes Trainz so special is its visual engine.
  13. Media and Games Online Network
    75
    The best train game on the market today. It does lack depth though.
  14. PC Gamer
    71
    Trainz isn't really a game at all, but rather an intricate simulation of what is itself an intricate simulation. [May 2002, p.62]
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  15. Computer Gaming World
    70
    The Auran graphics engine is flat-out stunning. [May 2002, p. 77]
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  16. G4 TV
    60
    Even though the game is well thought out and relatively well executed, it's not the most exciting subject matter.
  17. Armchair Empire
    55
    While it might not be a bad game, it can never be a great game due to its extremely limited appeal.

Awards & Rankings

55
#55 Best PC Game of 2002
78
#78 Most Shared PC Game of 2002

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. dajhorn
    Nov 28, 2012
    0
    Trainz isn't a game, it is a design simulator with a steep learning curve. I don't see the appeal of spending time on something like thisTrainz isn't a game, it is a design simulator with a steep learning curve. I don't see the appeal of spending time on something like this without being paid for it.… Full Review »
  2. RichardC.
    Mar 14, 2002
    10
    Really awesome. I played it once and loved it.
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