Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Is Simutrans actually a hidden gem, or is it just too clunky to enjoy? As someone who lives and breathes OpenTTD, my first look at this game felt a bit quirky, strange, and definitely a little rough around the edges.
Today on Pixels and Platforms, we are taking a live deeper dive to see if there is a deeply rewarding simulation hidden beneath the quirks. Come hang out in the chat, share your tips, and let’s find out if this game is actually really good!
🔗 Series Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX9TPVcxrORO6opZBUq0Y0mtHtyv6CVlm
🔗 News, Info & Links: MasterHellish.net
🔗 Support Hellish: MasterHellish.net/support
🔗 Games on GOG: go.adt256.com/t/t?a=1578845458&as=2029991445&t=2&tk=1 This is an affiliate link. If you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
00:00:00 The Deeper Dive Introductions
00:06:25 Booting Up the Britain Pack
00:20:19 The Quirky Counter Commences
00:41:11 Decoding the Passenger Heatmap
00:51:38 Wait, Where Did the Sound Go?
00:58:07 Diagonal Roads and Accidental Kinks
01:09:10 Selling the Empty Bus
01:17:50 Things Don't Go Wrong, They Get Interesting
01:34:02 Attempting a Proper Railway
01:49:10 Break Time Shenanigans
01:57:04 Escaping Complete Bankruptcy
02:09:23 A Nostalgic Detour to Caister
02:22:43 The Great Coal Train Experiment
02:30:04 Upgrading the Freight Depot
02:38:27 A Surprisingly Profitable Line
02:52:50 The Best Game You Can't Play
03:05:11 Missing the Tutorial Buttons
03:14:27 Final Thoughts and Next Week's Schedule
This series is a relaxed, interactive deep dive into the games that caught our eye. Each stream goes far beyond the initial first look, mixing extended gameplay with community discussion to figure out exactly how these systems tick. It’s a casual chance to learn the mechanics, experiment with different strategies, and enjoy exploring these games together with the community.
#TycoonGames #SimulationGames #TransportGames #ManagementGames #IndieGaming #PCGaming #GamingCommunity #LiveStreamGaming #LetsPlay #CityBuilder #BaseBuilding #CasualGaming #LearningTogether
"Welcome to the Show" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Video may feature in-game music.
All other music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com.
Is Simutrans actually a hidden gem, or is it just too clunky to enjoy? As someone who lives and breathes OpenTTD, my first look at this game felt a bit quirky, strange, and definitely a little rough around the edges.
Today on Pixels and Platforms, we are taking a live deeper dive to see if there is a deeply rewarding simulation hidden beneath the quirks. Come hang out in the chat, share your tips, and let’s find out if this game is actually really good!
🔗 Series Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX9TPVcxrORO6opZBUq0Y0mtHtyv6CVlm
🔗 News, Info & Links: MasterHellish.net
🔗 Support Hellish: MasterHellish.net/support
🔗 Games on GOG: go.adt256.com/t/t?a=1578845458&as=2029991445&t=2&tk=1 This is an affiliate link. If you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
00:00:00 The Deeper Dive Introductions
00:06:25 Booting Up the Britain Pack
00:20:19 The Quirky Counter Commences
00:41:11 Decoding the Passenger Heatmap
00:51:38 Wait, Where Did the Sound Go?
00:58:07 Diagonal Roads and Accidental Kinks
01:09:10 Selling the Empty Bus
01:17:50 Things Don't Go Wrong, They Get Interesting
01:34:02 Attempting a Proper Railway
01:49:10 Break Time Shenanigans
01:57:04 Escaping Complete Bankruptcy
02:09:23 A Nostalgic Detour to Caister
02:22:43 The Great Coal Train Experiment
02:30:04 Upgrading the Freight Depot
02:38:27 A Surprisingly Profitable Line
02:52:50 The Best Game You Can't Play
03:05:11 Missing the Tutorial Buttons
03:14:27 Final Thoughts and Next Week's Schedule
This series is a relaxed, interactive deep dive into the games that caught our eye. Each stream goes far beyond the initial first look, mixing extended gameplay with community discussion to figure out exactly how these systems tick. It’s a casual chance to learn the mechanics, experiment with different strategies, and enjoy exploring these games together with the community.
#TycoonGames #SimulationGames #TransportGames #ManagementGames #IndieGaming #PCGaming #GamingCommunity #LiveStreamGaming #LetsPlay #CityBuilder #BaseBuilding #CasualGaming #LearningTogether
"Welcome to the Show" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
Video may feature in-game music.
All other music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com.
