Comparison

Indonesian Train Simulator vs Train Driver 2018

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Indonesian Train Simulator

Experience realistic train simulation with dynamic track changing and a functional signaling system. Navigate a self-sufficient railroad environment, manage AI trains, and enjoy detailed Indonesian stations and passengers. Choose from various modes like Drive, Play Now, and Career.

Highlights
  • Dynamic track changing
  • Fully functional signaling system
  • Realistic AI train management
  • Multiple game modes (Drive, Play Now, Career)
  • Detailed Indonesian stations and passengers
  • Multiple camera angles
  • High-quality graphics
Features
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Indonesian Train Simulator is another high quality train simulation game from the stable of Highbrow Interactive, the creators of the mega-successful “Euro Train Simulator" and the path-breaking "Indian Train Simulator". Indonesian Train Simulator features “Track Changing” and fully functional “Signalling System”. The game boasts a self-sufficient railroad environment where all trains coexist and operate just like in the real world. Dynamic track-changing and sophisticated path selection systems enable all the AI trains to function smartly without stepping on each others’ paths. Since players will now rely entirely on signalling and track changing switches, the paths they take will be one among an exponential set of possibilities. This means they will find themselves stopping their trains on any of the platforms available at each station. “Drive” - where the player can design a scenario to their preference “Play Now” - users will instantly begin a simulation put together with randomized preferences “Career” - features uniquely designed missions FEATURES: 1. Track Change: A fully realized track changing functionality has been implemented, for the first time in a mobile train simulator. 2. Signal: Indonesian Train Sim makes use of fully functional signalling system. While waiting for the signal to turn Green, players will be able to see which other trains are currently occupying their path. 3. A Message System is in place to notify user of every activity happening within the game, offering suggestions when deemed necessary to information about penalty and bonus. The categories are Speed, Station, Track Switch, Route, Signal. 4. Multiple weather and time options. 5. Passengers: Special attention has been given to create passengers who look and dress like Indonesians. 6. Stations: The stations were designed to capture the feel of being in any Indonesian railway station. From the kiosks to the advertisement boards, the attention to detail is extreme. 7. Types of locomotives: GE U18C, GE U20C, GE CC206 8. Types of coaches: Passenger and Freight coaches 9. Sound design has been carefully crafted keeping the hustle and bustle of modern Indonesia in mind. The train sounds are best in class. 10. Camera angles: multiple, interesting camera angles have been provided: Driver, Cabin, Overhead, Drone, Reverse, Signal, Orbit and Passenger. 11. High quality graphics: The level of graphics has been pushed to new levels and anyone familiar with Indonesian routes will tell you how realistic the design is. 12. Available stations: Gambir, Karawang, Purwakarta, Bandung. We already have a lot of new features planned ourselves for the upcoming updates, but feel free to suggest your own ideas in the comments section and the ones getting most number of responses will be made available very soon. If you have any issue with the game, feel free to write to us and we assure you we will resolve them in an update. You do not have to give us a low rating to get our attention. As always, we are listening! Like our official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HighbrowInteractive/

About

Train Driver 2018

Experience the thrill of operating various trains across a vast North American open world. Haul passengers or freight, manage different locomotive types, and enjoy realistic graphics and dynamic weather. Challenge friends with online rankings.

Highlights
  • Open World Map (North America)
  • Multiple Train Types (steam, diesel, electric)
  • Passenger and Freight Hauling
  • Next-Gen Graphics
  • Dynamic Weather Conditions
  • Online Rankings
Features
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Train Driver 2018 is the newest train simulator that will let you experience the real trains world! A huge Open World Map, amazing trains, unique features will make you feel like a real train mechanic! Travel across North America, carry people or haul freight trains! You will be able to drive steam, diesel or electric locomotives! Get Train Driver 2018 now, the best Train Simulator on the market! "Features: - Open World Map - North America - Different trains to drive (steam, diesel, electric, freight, inter-city, subway) - Unique Features - Next-Gen Graphics - Open/Close Doors - Realistic People Animations - Dynamic Weather Conditions - Amazing landscapes: city, countryside, mountain, desert and snow - Intuitive train controls - Detailed Interiors - Challenge your friends with Online rankings"

Screenshots

Indonesian Train Simulator4 screens
Train Driver 20184 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Indonesian Train Simulator at 4.6 against Train Driver 2018's 3.3. Indonesian Train Simulator also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 41%). Train Driver 2018's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Indonesian Train Simulator sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Train Driver 2018 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Indonesian Train Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 237 and 353 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Indonesian Train Simulator's written reviews are positive against 41% of Train Driver 2018's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Indonesian Train Simulator ships an update every 6 months, Train Driver 2018 every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Indonesian Train Simulator versus Train Driver 2018: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIndonesian Train SimulatorTrain Driver 2018
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (237 ratings) — better3.3 (353 ratings)
Positive reviews51.1% of reviews — better41.3% of reviews
Number of ratings237353 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size337 MB432 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHighbrow InteractiveAlexandru Marusac

Customer experience

Indonesian Train Simulator

All ratings237 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews90 reviews
Positive51.1%
Neutral8.9%
Negative40.0%

Train Driver 2018

All ratings353 ratings
Positive54.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative38.2%
Written reviews252 reviews
Positive41.3%
Neutral12.7%
Negative46.0%

Bugs and requests

Indonesian Train Simulator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Train Driver 2018

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Trains get stuck on tracks
  • GPS and navigation issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inconsistent speed limits
  • Cargo loading problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add steam locomotives
  • Improve camera angles and views
  • Increase route and train variety
  • Implement more realistic physics
  • Reduce advertisements

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Indonesian Train Simulator

One-time13
  • BB 300$0.99
  • CC 201$0.99
  • CC 205$0.99
Show 10 more
  • Surakarta$0.99
  • U18C$0.99
  • 40 Gem Pack$1.99
  • 90 Gem Pack$3.99
  • Remove Ad$3.99
  • 180 Gem Pack$5.99
  • 240 Gem Pack$8.99
  • 375 Gem Pack$13.99
  • 500 Gem Pack$17.99
  • Ultimate Asset Bundle$25.00
6 purchases

Train Driver 2018

One-time6
  • 100,000 Coins$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 250,000 Coins$2.99
Show 3 more
  • 500,000 Coins$5.99
  • 1,000,000 Coins$6.99
  • 1,500,000 Coins$10.99

Questions

Is Indonesian Train Simulator free?
Indonesian Train Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Train Driver 2018 free?
Train Driver 2018 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Indonesian Train Simulator or Train Driver 2018?
Indonesian Train Simulator is rated higher. Indonesian Train Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 237 ratings, while Train Driver 2018 averages 3.3 from 353 ratings.
Do Indonesian Train Simulator or Train Driver 2018 have ads?
Indonesian Train Simulator shows ads; Train Driver 2018 does not.
Which is updated more often, Indonesian Train Simulator or Train Driver 2018?
Indonesian Train Simulator ships an update every 6 months, and Train Driver 2018 every 6 days. Most recently, Indonesian Train Simulator was updated on October 19, 2026 and Train Driver 2018 on October 19, 2026.

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