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SPSPC/sandbox1
Genre(s)Simulation
Developer(s)Sonic Powered
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
First releaseJapan 26 September 2013

Japanese Rail Sim (鉄道にっぽん! 路線たび Tetsudō Nippon! Rosen Tabi) is a train simulator video game series, developed by Sonic Powered and first released in 2013 in Japan. The games use real-life footage and takes place on existing railways across Japan.

Gameplay

The game simulates the job of a railroad engineer, driving the local railway and/or monorail throughout . With a handle called the “Master Controller” and a brake, which can be operated by both buttons and the touch screen. The player has to drive safely, pay attention to the signs and be on time in order to achieve a good score. While playing, information about attractions and sightseeing spots will be unlocked.

Game titles

Journey in suburbs #1

Journey in suburbs #1
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
Release
  • JP: September 26, 2013 (Retail) January 14, 2016 (Download)
  • NA: July 11, 2015 (Vol. 1) March 24, 2016 (Vol. 2-4)

The first game in the series, making its debut in both Japan and North America, is located on the Nagaragawa Railway in Gifu Prefecture. Although the original Japanese version contained the whole 72.1 km long railway in one game, it was split into 4 parts for the North American release.[1] Volume 1 is from Mino-Ōta Station to Minoshi station, volume 2 is from Minoshi station to Minami-Kariyasu station, volume 3 is from Minami-Kariyasu station to Yamada station and volume 4 is from Yamasa station to the end point, Hokunō station.[2]

Journey to Kyoto
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
Release
  • JP: October 23, 2014 (Retail) January 14, 2016 (Download)
  • NA: August 6, 2015
  • EU: December 24, 2015

Journey to Kyoto

The second installment in North America and the first installment of the series released in Europe takes place on the Eizan Electric Railway in Kyoto and features a night mode.[3][4]

Monorail Trip to Okinawa
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
Release
  • JP: 27 August, 2015 (Retail) October 14, 2016 (Download)
  • NA: August 25, 2016
  • EU: December 22, 2016

Monorail Trip to Okinawa

Number three in North America and number two of the series released in Europe. This title takes place on the Yui Rail in Okinawa Prefecture and is the first game featuring a monorail. Night mode is also available here.

Journey in Suburbs #2
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
Release
  • JP: August 21, 2014 (Retail) January 14, 2016 (Download)
  • NA: March 16, 2017

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Journey in Suburbs #2

Just like Journey in Suburbs #1, his is the second game not yet released in Europe. This game takes place on the Kashima Rinkai Railway in Ibaraki Prefecture.[7]

Travel of Steam
Platform(s)Nintendo 3DS
Release
  • JP: July 28, 2016 (Retail) March 22, 2017 (Download)
  • NA: December 7, 2017
  • EU: December 7, 2017

Travel of Steam

This game takes place in the Oigawa Railway in Shizuoka Prefecture driving a steam locomotive (JNR Class C11 Type-No.190). The Japanese version was a collaboration with Thomas the Tank Engine and features a “Play with Thomas” mode, however, this was left out from the North American and European release.[8][9][10]

Titles exclusive to Japan

The following titles are only released in Japan:[8]

  • Oumi Tetsudou-hen
  • Joumou Denki Tetsudou-hen
  • Aizu Tetsudou-hen


References

  1. ^ "Journey in suburbs #1 Official site [Japanese]". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  2. ^ "Journey in suburbs #1 Official Website". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  3. ^ "Journey to Kyoto Official Site (North America)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  4. ^ "Journey to Kyoto Official Site (Europe)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  5. ^ "Monorail Trip to Okinawa Official Site (North America)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  6. ^ "Monorail Trip to Okinawa Official Site(Europe)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  7. ^ "Journey in suburbs #2 Official Site". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  8. ^ a b "Tetsudō Nippon! Rosen Tabi [Japanese]". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  9. ^ "Travel of Steam Official Site (North America)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)
  10. ^ "Travel of Steam Official Site(Europe)". Sonic Powered. Retrieved 2018-07-09. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |dead-url= (help)