The Orient Express scenario in Rail Nation combines historical railway charm with advanced strategic gameplay. Featuring Rail Nation’s largest map and exclusive mechanics, this scenario challenges players to connect iconic cities, manage complex supply chains, and collaborate closely to ensure progress.
Overview: What Makes Orient Express Unique?
Play on an expanded map with 36 iconic cities from Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
Transport 60 goods, including 17 scenario-exclusive items.
Experience unique economic balancing, exclusive workers, and the evolving Orient Express passenger train.
Available in both standard and double-speed versions for different playstyles.
City Network and Progression
Cities such as London, Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Istanbul, and Cairo act as major hubs.
The scenario features six eras, with city development based on coordinated deliveries.
Effective resource supply is essential for each city's growth and ranking.
Players must expand their networks carefully and prioritize profitable connections.
Goods and Trade Strategy
A total of 60 goods are available, with 17 exclusive to this scenario, including:
Persian Carpets, Turkish Delight, French Wine, Italian Marble, Arabian Coffee,
Viennese Pastries, Egyptian Papyrus, Moroccan Spices, Swiss Watches, Bavarian Beer,
Greek Olives, Russian Caviar, British Tea, Spanish Saffron, Dutch Tulips,
Belgian Chocolate, and Hungarian Salami.Players must manage complex supply chains and respond to shifting market demands.
Industry balancing ensures cities have equal access to resources.
The economic system is designed to stabilize pricing and avoid overproduction.
Exclusive Workers and Achievements
Hire scenario-specific workers to improve speed, efficiency, and income.
Unlock career achievements tied to performance milestones and contributions.
Strategic use of workers can provide a competitive edge throughout the game.
The Orient Express Bonus Engine
The Orient Express is a special passenger engine available only in this scenario.
It evolves through all six eras, improving its performance each time.
Strategic deployment of the train offers major advantages in passenger transport.
Owning and upgrading it is a prestigious achievement within the game.
Game Formats and Speed Options
Play in standard or double-speed game worlds.
Double-speed rounds require quicker decisions and tighter coordination.
These faster worlds are ideal for experienced players looking for an additional challenge.
Community Events and Participation
Engage in scenario-specific challenges, such as detective-style investigations and mission-based events.
Join in community-wide activities through alliances, associations, and social platforms like Discord.
Teamwork and coordination are rewarded with in-game recognition and progress boosts.
Summary
The Orient Express scenario offers an immersive experience built on deep logistics, cooperative play, and historical atmosphere. With a vast map, evolving cities, unique goods, and special events, it’s a rewarding challenge for both strategy-focused and community-driven players.