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A6: A-Train 6
A6: A-Train 6Build and manage a 3D railway empire with cargo, passengers, and land development.
Chris Sawyer's Locomotion
Chris Sawyer's LocomotionBuild a transport empire across a massive, detailed world
Overview
Description

In A6: A-Train 6 you take charge of a major transport company, constructing a detailed 3D railway network to move passengers and cargo efficiently. The game blends realistic transport logistics with land acquisition, housing planning, and industrial development to maximize profits. With 40 distinct trains, 80 building types, and six unique scenarios, you must constantly fine‑tune schedules, optimize routes, and balance costs to create a thriving transportation empire.

Explore a sprawling, fully simulated world where you design roads, railways, airports and waterways to connect towns and industries. Manage finances, adjust routes and watch the economy evolve as your transportation network grows.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
City Builders & Management
City Builders & Management
Best for
Railway enthusiasts and strategy gamers
Fans of transport and simulation strategy
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
$29.99−40%
release date
2000-03-04
2004-09-07
Specifications
developer
Artdink
Chris Sawyer Productions
publisher
Artdink, Midas Interactive Entertainment
Atari, Inc.
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E+133%
ESRB E, PEGI 3
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
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65/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep 3D railway construction
  • Wide variety of trains and buildings
  • Robust scenario challenges
  • Strategic land and industry management
  • Deep, sandbox-style building tools
  • Rich, dynamic economy system
  • Extensive modding support
  • Both single‑player and multiplayer modes
Cons
  • Limited to PlayStation 2 and 3 platforms
  • Single‑player only
  • Interface can feel dated by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • AI traffic can become chaotic in dense maps
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