Overview

Rating:
4.10
(477)
Version:
3.0.0
Last updated: 2019-01-16
Ranking
#77,900 ▼ 35
Overall

Features & Capabilities

American Trainworks offers a realistic steam engine simulation. It’s free to download and starts you with $50,000 in railroad gold and a brand-new locomotive, plus a fully staffed crew (engineer, fireman, switchman, conductor, and station master) to help you learn steam operation and build a booming railroad business.

Ride famous routes such as the Crescent Limited, the Southern Railway, and the New York Central, with homage to the great Southern Pacific and Missouri-Kansas-Texas railroads. Expansion options include five railroads with locomotives, whistles, railcars, and maps; a Workshop for upgrades and fuel tracking; Advanced Controls like hop-on hop-off, pano-cam, train locator, and more; and Railroad Gold to invest and grow.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Atom Media
Rating:
4.10
(477)
Version:
3.0.0 Last updated: 2019-01-16
Version code:
829757800
Creation date:
2012-10-23
Compatible devices:
Size:
46.51MB
URLs:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-08-30
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Developed by:
Atom Media
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/american-trainworks/id480887001

User Reviews

Reviews praise American Trainworks for its realistic train simulation and nostalgic appeal, with engaging visuals and a concept that matches expectations. However, widespread issues persist: crashes and black screens, money purchases failing, and little recent development. Compatibility problems on newer devices and awkward world-switching UI further degrade the experience. Several users also want more content (more locomotives, routes) and a functional update path. When functioning, it’s enjoyable; when not, the app becomes frustrating due to stability and accessibility problems.
Pros
  • Realistic train simulation gameplay
  • Nostalgic appeal for players who used to play similar games
  • Visually appealing with solid sounds and animations
  • Meets advertised concept and can be a fun distraction
Cons
  • Frequent crashes and black screen issues
  • In-app purchases not working or money not delivered
  • Outdated updates / lack of ongoing development
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices (screen framing, out-of-view UI)
  • World/menu UI lacks easy switching (needs reinstall or overhaul)
Recent reviews
I would love this game to have some new steam locomotives or rolling stock. For example, we could use some freight cars or some new locomotives like the 0-4-0 industrial tanks, 4-4-0 American types, or a 4-8-2 mountain type, or 2-8-4 Berkshire. And I would love to see some tank cars or boxcars. We need some railroads like the Santa Fe, Union Pacific, Norfolk and western, southern pacific. If you read this…THANK YOU. And have a good day.
by Pl*****, 2026-08-06

How do you couple the train? That’s impossible, but the game is great.
by Be*****, 2026-07-01
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