Transport Fever 2 Review (xxadonisxx)
Transport Fever 2 doesn’t just simulate transport networks — it builds an entire living, breathing economy around them. It’s a game that’s as much about logistics as it is about storytelling, inviting you to shape cities, industries, and even history through the routes you create. Whether you're a railway romantic or a hardcore efficiency optimizer, there's something deeply satisfying about watching your carefully designed systems come to life.
At its heart, Transport Fever 2 is a transport tycoon simulator, where you connect cities, industries, and resources using a variety of transport modes — trains, trucks, ships, and planes. The game spans from the 1850s to the modern day, offering a sprawling timeline of evolving technologies, architecture, and vehicle designs.
What starts with a single steam train shuttling lumber quickly grows into a complex logistics empire. You’ll juggle cargo demand, passenger routes, terrain challenges, and financial constraints. And unlike many strategy games, Transport Fever 2 respects your intelligence — it doesn’t spoon-feed solutions. You learn by doing (and failing), and each system you build becomes a testament to your planning and adaptability.
The visual polish is impressive. Watching vehicles move through bustling towns, over bridges, and across rolling hills never gets old. The attention to detail is a highlight — smoke puffs from locomotives, buses unload passengers, and factories whirr to life as supplies arrive. The game’s maps feel alive, and modding support makes them endlessly customizable.
The ability to create custom maps and scenarios adds a sandbox feel that lets players sculpt their ideal transport world, be it a realistic replication of a European countryside or a fantasy logistics puzzle. And yes — trains are the star of the show. There’s a huge selection of engines and carriages from different eras, each beautifully modeled and functional.
That said, Transport Fever 2 is not the most beginner-friendly game. The UI, while functional, can feel a bit clunky and overwhelming at first. Tooltips and tutorials have improved over time (especially with updates), but there’s still a learning curve for players unfamiliar with transport sims. If you enjoy games like Cities: Skylines or Factorio, though, you’ll likely feel right at home.
The economic system is deeper than it appears at first glance. Supply chains require precise timing, routing, and scaling. Building a profitable line isn’t just about laying track — it’s about syncing train frequency, maximizing load efficiency, and ensuring every part of the chain is served.
The campaign mode acts as a loose tutorial and provides historical context, which is a nice touch. However, the real longevity of Transport Fever 2 lies in its free play sandbox. Here, you're free to experiment, build, and refine to your heart’s content. Mods from the Steam Workshop add endless replayability, including new vehicles, maps, and even gameplay tweaks.
Transport Fever 2 is a love letter to transport fans — a game that rewards creativity, patience, and planning. It may not hold your hand, but it gives you the tools to build something extraordinary. With its stunning visuals, deep simulation, and expansive modding community, it’s one of the best modern transport simulators on the market.
If you’ve ever dreamed of designing a perfectly timed train network or building an airport that actually works, this is your sandbox.
Rating: 8/10