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Mining & Tunneling Simulator
Mining & Tunneling SimulatorBlast rocks, drill tunnels, and manage heavy machinery in a realistic construction simulator.
Trainz
TrainzBuild and drive realistic railways on your PC.
Overview
Description

Experience the full workflow of underground construction, from placing TNT charges to creating tunnel entrances. Load excavated material with a shovel dozer, transport it via dump trucks, and deliver building supplies with cranes and trains. Control a variety of vehicles—including maintenance vans, cranes, tunnel drilling machines, and fire brigades—to keep your project on schedule. The game challenges you to coordinate logistics and safety while mastering realistic physics and vehicle handling.

Trainz lets you design, customize, and operate your own railway networks with a powerful route editor and realistic train physics. The game offers a vast library of assets and supports community‑created content for endless creativity. Experience authentic train operation with detailed locomotives, dynamic weather, and AI traffic, all in a single‑player environment that challenges both casual builders and hardcore simulation fans.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
Sandbox & Creative
Best for
Fans of realistic construction simulators
Train enthusiasts and simulation fans
Specifications
Specifications
publisher
United Independent Entertainment GmbH
Auran Games
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
developer
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Auran Games
age rating
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ESRB E
critic score
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87/100
General
release date
2014-03-05
2001-11-01
msrp
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$49.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Realistic vehicle physics
  • Comprehensive construction workflow
  • Varied vehicle roster
  • Single-player focus
  • Deep and flexible route editor
  • Highly realistic train physics
  • Large library of official and community assets
  • Strong modding support
Cons
  • Limited graphics fidelity
  • Steep learning curve for controls
  • No multiplayer mode
  • Steep learning curve for beginners
  • Graphics are dated compared to newer simulators
  • Limited multiplayer options
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