# American Trainworks

> Steam Engine Simulation

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id480887001](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id480887001)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id480887001`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Atom Media
- **Category:** Simulation
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (478 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2019-01-16
- **First published:** 2012-10-23
- **Size:** 47 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/american-trainworks/id480887001)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/535778](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/535778)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #78,114 — Overall

## Review summary

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- Outdated updates / lack of ongoing development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)

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