Comparison

Subway Simulator 2D vs Train Simulator

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

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About

Subway Simulator 2D

Experience the life of a subway train driver in a vast city metro system. Transport passengers across 21 lines and 89 stations, managing speed, signals, and stops. Unlock new lines, upgrade trains, and customize their appearance as you explore over 100 km of tracks.

Highlights
  • Explore 89 stations on 21 metro lines
  • Drive underground, overground, and underwater rails
  • Upgrade train speed, acceleration, and brakes
  • Learn real subway signaling system
  • Customize train paint
  • Realistic train and ambient sounds
Features
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Become a subway train driver and explore the whole metro system of the city (89 unique stations on 21 lines) which contains more than 100 kilometers of underground, overground, and underwater rails. Experience what it takes to be a subway train operator in this railroad driving simulation game and transport as many passengers as you can across the rapid transit system. Learn a real subway signaling system, drive the train at an appropriate speed, stop carefully at the end of each station, pick up all passengers, and get to the final station as soon as possible. There are a lot of things to do in the game. Earn coins by transporting fully animated passengers to unlock new metro lines and useful train upgrades, get huge rewards by discovering new stations, change the look of any train to your liking, study the city map to get better knowledge of the whole metro system, enjoy driving in the opposite direction, beat your time records, or just enjoy realistic sounds you have never heard in any subway simulator during driving a train. Subway Simulator 2D features: - Explore the giant city with 89 unique stations on 21 lines - Drive through 3 types of railroad (underground, overground, underwater) - Upgrade the maximal speed, acceleration, and brakes of your trains to progress faster - Upgrade your stamina to explore new areas and get closer to the final station - Learn the real subway signaling system (traffic lights) in a progressive and simple tutorial - Visit a mini paint shop to change the paint of your trains to your liking - Meet trains going in the opposite direction across the metro system - Simple game controls (power button, brake button, door button) - Real train and ambient sounds There is no time to waste, driver! Get into the cabin and enjoy driving in the Subway Simulator 2D, the biggest world of subways you have ever seen in one game!

About

Train Simulator

Features
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Train Simulator: Railway Driver – Your Ultimate Train Driving Adventure! All aboard! Get ready to experience the most immersive train simulator game ever! Take control of powerful locomotives, navigate railway train tracks, and become the ultimate railway driver. Whether you're transporting passengers, hauling cargo, or managing a busy railway reservation, this game is packed with excitement, strategy, and realistic train driving action. Drive Realistic Trains on Stunning Tracks From high-speed metros to classic steam engines, explore various train games and master the art of train driving. Feel the thrill as you manage traffic controller systems, avoid collide accidents, and navigate through challenging railway routes. Can you handle the responsibility of a real railway ticket manager? Explore Global Routes & Expansive Maps Embark on journeys across breathtaking landscapes, from bustling city stations to scenic countryside rails. Travel with via rail, operate high-speed metro train systems, and experience the thrill of managing a railbound network. With toy world-inspired mini-games and management training elements, there’s always something new to discover! Build & Expand Your Train Empire Step into the world of idle railway tycoon gameplay! Manage resources, upgrade stations, and unlock new trains as you grow your railway business. From shipping manager responsibilities to station manager challenges, every decision impacts your success. Hyper-Casual & Idle Gameplay for Everyone This game combines the best of casual idle games and hyper casual fun! Whether you're an experienced driver or just starting out, enjoy an easy-to-learn, rewarding experience. Perfect for fans of idle trains, strategic route game players, and those who love train simulator challenges. Key Features: Drive and control different train game models Navigate realistic railway tracks with detailed environments Experience all train types – metros, freight trains, and bullet trains Avoid colisão and master complex railway intersections Take on roles like traffic controller, station manager, and railway ticket officer Engage in idle trains gameplay and build your train simulator empire Are You Ready for the Ultimate Train Challenge? Whether you're a fan of train games, love idle railway tycoon experiences, or enjoy casual idle games, this train simulator is perfect for you. Control routes, manage passengers, and avoid crashes as you dominate the railway industry! Download Train Simulator: Railway Driver now and start your railway train journey today!

Screenshots

Subway Simulator 2D4 screens
Train Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Train Simulator at none against Subway Simulator 2D's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Subway Simulator 2D sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Train Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Subway Simulator 2D versus Train Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubway Simulator 2DTrain Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (23 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB162 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDaniel ViktorinMASH Entertainment

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Subway Simulator 2D

One-time2
  • STANDARD PACK$3.99
  • PREMIUM PACK$7.99
None

Train Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Subway Simulator 2D free?
Subway Simulator 2D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Train Simulator free?
Train Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Subway Simulator 2D or Train Simulator have ads?
Both Subway Simulator 2D and Train Simulator show ads.

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