RailGods of Hysterra

Last updated: 2025-05-08
  • Engaging gameplay with a unique train concept.
  • Immersive Lovecraftian atmosphere and detailed visuals.
  • Convenient crafting and storage enhance gameplay.
  • Explore, craft, and upgrade your train base.
  • Unpolished and buggy state at premature release.
  • Repetitive environments and cumbersome inventory system.
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Reviews
(sample size)
109
Helpful reviews
83%
Unhelpful reviews
15%
Protest reviews
3%
Positive points
196
Negative points
183
Gameplay points
51
Perf. points
26
Rec. points
69
Misc points
20
Point
Engaging gameplay, unique train concept
Description
The game is captivating and enjoyable, especially in co-op, due to its original mechanics, polished gameplay, and strategic depth. A key feature is the unique concept of a living, customizable train that players must feed and upgrade while exploring a Lovecraftian world, offering a fresh take on the survival genre.
Importance
95%
Immersive Lovecraftian atmosphere and visuals
Description
The game excels in its atmospheric presentation, featuring stunning visuals, well-designed sound, and a captivating Lovecraftian setting. The immersive atmosphere enhances the overall experience, drawing players into a world filled with mystery and intrigue.
Importance
61%
Convenient crafting and storage system
Description
The game features a well-implemented and user-friendly crafting system, enhanced by convenient features like direct access to storage for crafting materials. Additionally, a shared storage chest accessible both inside and outside the train streamlines resource management and inventory space.
Importance
20%
Appeals to Lovecraftian fans
Description
The game's Lovecraftian setting and themes appeal to fans of the genre, filling a void for players interested in this style. The game is set in a dark, Lovecraftian world, with players taking on the role of Dreamers who, together with divine locomotives called RailGods, must explore and survive in an environment dominated by ancestral entities.
Importance
18%
Interesting storyline
Description
Reviewers have found the storyline interesting and enjoyable so far, indicating a positive narrative experience.
Importance
7%
Similar to V Rising, Baldur's Gate
Description
The game shares similarities with other titles like V Rising and Baldur's Gate 3, combining elements from different genres. It features a Lovecraftian theme and more traditional survival elements, along with visuals reminiscent of Baldur's Gate 3, combined with survival and crafting elements.
Importance
7%
Responsive bug fixes
Description
The developers are responsive and quick to address and eliminate bugs in the game, improving the overall player experience.
Importance
6%
Powerful and versatile 'Dark Gifts'
Description
The 'Dark Gifts' abilities are visually impressive and feel powerful, adding versatility to combat and reducing monotony. Unlocking these gifts and powers enhances the overall combat experience.
Importance
6%
Enjoyable enemy and trap mechanics
Description
Players have enjoyed the game despite challenging encounters with enemies possessing unusual attacks and the presence of trap mechanics. These elements add to the game's unique and engaging experience.
Importance
5%
Well-executed sound design
Description
The voiceovers are well-done, and the sound design is well-executed and fitting, contributing to the game's immersive atmosphere.
Importance
5%
Good grinding game
Description
The game is a good grinding game, featuring a storyline, appealing graphics for older players, and extensive grinding and crafting.
Importance
5%
Game is promising
Description
The game is promising and has the potential to be a real banger after spending over 20 years on Steam Early Access.
Importance
4%
Dark Souls-like rolling mechanics
Description
The game includes rolling mechanics similar to Dark Souls and features decayed faces of emerging half-dead creatures.
Importance
4%
Includes language support
Description
The game includes Russian text and Korean language support.
Importance
4%