Comparison

Train Simulator vs ArProject

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

Head to head
About

Train Simulator

Become a train driver in this 2D simulator, delivering cargo and revitalizing regional economies. Upgrade your locomotives, manage infrastructure, and explore diverse landscapes. Experience realistic train gameplay with dynamic weather.

Highlights
  • Cargo delivery and economic management
  • Train upgrades and modifications
  • Diverse game world exploration
  • Realistic train simulation gameplay
  • Dynamic weather conditions
  • Challenging tasks and contracts
Features
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In-game regional economies are in poor condition, transport systems are suffering losses, enterprises and factories are idle, and the transport network is not properly maintained. Are you ready to change the situation? Download the 2D train simulator game and put on the shoes of a real train driver! Play Train Simulator and deliver various cargoes from agricultural products and building materials to goods for light and heavy industry. In this train sim, you should meet the heads of railroads, improve relations between the train stations and develop the economic potential of entire regions! You have an impressive list of trains at your disposal. All trains have been recreated from the real drawings. Start with an inconspicuous diesel locomotive, take orders & earn money to get new spare parts and equipment. Upgrade and modify train compositions to handle difficult orders and earn more money. Eventually, unlock the entire fleet of equipment up to the heaviest and most powerful locomotives of the 20th century! On your way, you’ll solve infrastructure problems in a wide variety of places such as deserts, cities, forests, swamps, mountains, and many other game locations. Why you’ll spend hours playing the railroad sim game: - Advanced train management - Deliberate upgrade system - Many challenging tasks - Expansive game world - Real train simulator gameplay - Beautiful 2D graphics & sound effects - Dynamic weather conditions Download Train Simulator for free and enjoy the realistic gameplay! Sign contracts, load wagons, choose a destination, start the engine, and go along the rails of luck!

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ArProject

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Screenshots

Train Simulator4 screens
ArProject4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArProject at none against Train Simulator's 14. ArProject also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price and device support 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. Train Simulator sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. ArProject asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Train Simulator ships an update every 2 months, ArProject every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Train Simulator versus ArProject: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrain SimulatorArProject
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (5.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size820 MB95 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAzur Interactive Games LimitedSaksit Piraban

Bugs and requests

Train Simulator

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashes on startup for some users
  • Inability to save progress or sync across devices
  • Glitches with train performance and handling

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more train types (steam, electric, etc.)
  • Implement passenger service
  • Improve hill climbing and traction
  • Reduce reliance on ads or provide ad-free option

ArProject

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Train Simulator

One-time14
  • Engine Boost$0.99
  • Crew 4$1.99
  • Starter pack sale$2.99
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  • Starter Pack$3.99
  • ChME3 Sale$3.99
  • WDM2 Sale$5.99
  • ChME3 Locomotive$5.99
  • More gold boxes$7.99
  • WDM2 Locomotive$7.99
  • EMD SD70 Sale$7.99
  • More silver boxes$7.99
  • FD20 Sale$7.99
  • EMD SD70 Locomotive$9.99
  • FD20 Locomotive$10.99
None

ArProject

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Train Simulator free?
Train Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArProject free?
ArProject is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Train Simulator or ArProject have ads?
Train Simulator shows ads; ArProject does not.
Which is updated more often, Train Simulator or ArProject?
Train Simulator ships an update every 2 months, and ArProject every 4 days. Most recently, Train Simulator was updated on October 27, 2026 and ArProject on October 25, 2026.

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