About
Trainz, developed by N3V Games (formerly Auran), is one of the world's most comprehensive and enduring train simulation franchises. It offers a wide range of products spanning PC (Windows), Mac, and mobile devices, catering to both casual gamers and hardcore railroad enthusiasts. The flagship titles — Trainz Railroad Simulator 2022 and Trainz Railroad Simulator 2019 — deliver stunning, realistic railroad experiences with highly detailed locomotives, expansive routes, and immersive environments. Players can drive trains from the cab, manage complex rail networks, and create their own custom content and routes using powerful built-in tools that require no coding knowledge. The Trainz community is a central pillar of the experience: the MyTrainz account system and Trainz Download Station allow players to share, discover, and install thousands of pieces of user-created content, dramatically extending the simulation's depth and replayability. Mobile titles such as Trainz Simulator 3, Trainz Driver 2, and Trainz Driver Journeys bring accessible railroad simulation to phones and tablets. Trainz memberships provide subscribers with ongoing access to new content, updates, and exclusive features. Whether you are a casual player fascinated by trains or a seasoned simulator enthusiast building intricate rail networks, Trainz provides a deep, richly featured platform for railroad simulation and community-driven content creation.
Key Features
- Realistic Train Simulation: Experience highly detailed, authentic railroad simulations with true-to-life locomotives, routes, and rail operations across multiple platform editions.
- No-Code Content Creation: Build and customize your own train routes, locomotives, and environments using powerful in-game tools — no programming knowledge required.
- Massive Community Library: Access thousands of user-created routes, trains, and assets via the Trainz Download Station and MyTrainz community platform.
- Multi-Platform Support: Enjoy train simulations across PC (Windows), Mac, iOS, and Android, with titles tailored to each platform's capabilities and audience.
- Trainz Memberships: Subscribe to Trainz memberships for ongoing access to new content updates, routes, locomotives, and exclusive community features.
Use Cases
- Train enthusiasts seeking a deeply realistic railroad simulation on PC or Mac with authentic locomotives and routes
- Mobile gamers looking for immersive and accessible train driving experiences on phones and tablets
- Content creators building and sharing custom train routes, locomotives, and rail environments with the global Trainz community
- Casual players enjoying approachable train-themed games such as Train Town or Trainz Driver on mobile
- Dedicated simulator fans managing complex rail networks and exploring thousands of community-created assets via the Trainz Download Station
Pros
- Comprehensive Railroad Experience: One of the most detailed and expansive train simulation platforms available, refined over decades of development with a huge catalogue of content.
- Thriving Community & User Content: A large, passionate community continuously creates and shares routes, trains, and assets via the Download Station, enormously extending replay value.
- Cross-Platform Availability: Available on PC, Mac, and mobile, allowing players to enjoy the Trainz experience on their preferred device at home or on the go.
Cons
- Paid Purchase Required: Most titles require an upfront purchase or membership fee, which may be a barrier for newcomers exploring the genre for the first time.
- Steep Learning Curve for Content Creation: The depth and complexity of route and content creation tools can be overwhelming for beginners despite no coding being required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trainz?
Trainz is a train simulation franchise developed by N3V Games, offering realistic railroad experiences across PC (Windows), Mac, and mobile (iOS/Android) devices.
Is Trainz available on mobile devices?
Yes. Trainz offers several mobile titles including Trainz Simulator 3, Trainz Driver 2, Trainz Driver Journeys, and Train Town, available for phones and tablets.
Can I create my own content in Trainz?
Yes. Trainz includes powerful built-in content creation tools that allow users to design custom routes, locomotives, and environments without any programming knowledge.
What is MyTrainz?
MyTrainz is the official account and community platform for Trainz, replacing the older Planet Auran system. It provides access to the Download Station, community forums, and user-created content sharing.
Does Trainz offer subscription memberships?
Yes. Trainz memberships are available and provide subscribers with ongoing content updates, new routes and locomotives, and access to exclusive features.
