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August 15, 2024
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Iceberg Interactive :
Haarlem, The Netherlands, August 15th, 2024 - All aboard the future of rail simulation! Developer Corbie Games and publisher Iceberg Interactive, is thrilled to announce that Railroad Corporation 2 will launch onto Steam’s Early Access program on September 9th, 2024. This eagerly awaited sequel, enhancing the gameplay of its predecessor with new features & deeper strategic elements, invites players to join the development journey and help shape the final stages of the game.
Check out the date announcement trailer below:
At Early Access launch, players will have the opportunity to build their corporations on four campaign missions, set in the era of railroad electrification. From there, players can research and deploy ten different locomotives and establish specialized departments like Geology, to discover new resources. Players will also get the chance to test their competitive skills against other aspiring entrepreneurs in online multiplayer mode.
Developer Corbie Games, along with publisher Iceberg Interactive, have opted for an Early Access release to foster a closer collaboration with the community, where player feedback and input will be taken onboard, to focus on refining, enhancing, and expanding the game based on their involvement.
About Railroad Corporation 2:
Railroad Corporation 2 invites players to pioneer the electrification of the rail industry at the turn of the 20th century. Players will establish and manage their own railroad corporation, constructing extensive rail routes and upgrading networks with state-of-the-art locomotives to stay ahead in the competitive market.
Strategic economic processes are at the heart of your success, where decision-making and resource management are key. Each locomotive model is based on historical examples, offering different advantages, requiring players to make strategic choices to optimize their operations. Expand your corporation by cultivating cities, constructing industry facilities, and controlling production lines. The game also includes both competitive online multiplayer and cooperative gameplay modes.
New Features coming in Railroad Corporation 2:
Electrification and Advanced Engineering: Experience cutting-edge electro-locomotive technology and intricate railroad construction options, including bridges, tunnels, and city connections.
Expanded Strategic Elements: Enhanced signaling mechanics improve efficiency and flow on your tracks, and a map twice the size of its predecessor offers new territories to explore and develop.
Dynamic Corporate Management: Set up your headquarters in strategic locations and manage specialized departments like Research for developing new technologies and Geology for exploring and acquiring resources.
Comprehensive Staffing Solutions: Staff your operations strategically to gain advantages across vital departments, such as track building and maintenance, ensuring your railroad's smooth and profitable operation.
Enhanced Reporting Tools: New tools provide deeper insights into the operational health and financial status of your railroad empire, helping players make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.
Multiplayer Modes: Test your strategic skills n cooperative or versus scenarios for up to 4 players. eam up with a business partner or face off against others, with distinct maps designed to challenge your strategic prowess and interaction among entrepreneurs.
Mark your calendars for September 9th, 2024, as Railroad Corporation 2 steams into Early Access. Join our community and stay up-to-date with all the latest news and developments via Steam, Discord, and X (FKA Twitter).
Join us on this exciting journey as we redefine what it means to be a railroad tycoon in the modern age!
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1677970/Railroad_Corporation_2/
Media Kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mPo2zSzSbNkzt_PVMiZ_7WiEuvw6w7BS?usp=drive_link
EA Date Announcement Trailer: https://youtu.be/VuAv9THeEz8
Media Contact: [email protected]
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 founded in 2009 by an international group of game industry veterans. Located in Haarlem, The Netherlands, and staffed with avid gamers, Iceberg works closely with an assembly of game developers around the world, both midsize and indie.
Known for many hit franchises, including Killing Floor 2, Maneater, and Circle Empires, the company has enjoyed recent success with PC titles such as Strange Horticulture, Blazing Sails, Chivalry 2, Land of the Vikings, CLeM, Hellbreach: Vegas, Minicology and AirportSim. Iceberg Interactive has many exciting games coming up, including Strange Antiquities, Dead Season, Second Sun, and Railroad Corporation 2 (PC). To learn more, please visit www.iceberg-games.com.
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