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RailGods of Hysterra — Early Access Out Now

We at Troglobytes are thrilled to invite all players to get on board the RailGod and wander through the Lovecraftian world we crafted with so much love and passion! See you all in Hysterra, and remember: Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn!

The Dreamers have returned. The Endless Railways have carved a path throughout the world, and the RailGod has finally risen. The fight to reclaim Hysterra from the Great Old Ones has begun.

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Once you were a Dreamer, traveling through the Dreamlands seeking a way to save humanity from the Great Old Ones, now, your planning has paid off and you have returned to the waking world, but you have not returned alone. The Endless Railways now binds the remaining human towns and cities, and the RailGod, a colossal, sentient locomotive that fuses Dreamworld and human technologies.

Now, you must travel across the shattered world of Hysterra, harvest power from the madness-infected monsters that now roam the world, and prepare to challenge the Great Old Ones!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3201910/RailGods_of_Hysterra
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Survive a Lovecraftian Nightmare!

The Great Old Ones came, they saw, and they conquered. Humanity fell, and the Old Gods became the new rulers, infecting the world with their madness. But you are special, you were led by H.P. Lovecraft, who foresaw the return of the Great Old Ones, and so before they arrived, he led a chosen few to the Dreamlands in search of a way to fight back against the Old Gods. Now, you have returned to the waking world, and the way to fight back is through the RailGods!



Base Building, on Rails!

The RailGod serves as your base, she pulls wagons that you can develop into a unique roaming base. Build workstations, research technologies, hold prisoners captive, sacrifice them to the RailGod, and more!



Madness, Not Just a Debuff!

True to Lovecraftian lore, the biggest obstacles to overcome are not combat based, but madness. As you explore a world controlled by the Great Old Ones, you will feel your mind unravel as you struggle to understand the world around you. But, as one tied to the RailGod, madness can be power, for you can offer it to the RailGod, and in return she will grant you powers…but at what cost?



Singleplayer and Co-Op!

Whether you wish to take on the Great Old Ones alone, or join a team, the choice is yours. Play solo or with up to 4 other people (5 total) in the Co-Op mode.



A Warped and Unique World

Each stop along the Endless Railways brings new procedurally generated locations, giving you endless opportunities to explore the broken world of Hysterra and uncover its secrets.


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EARLY ACCESS ROADMAP


The first blast of the RailGod's whistle has screamed across the Wastelands of Hysterra, and the wheels of our madness have begun to turn.

Early Access is but the first station on a far darker journey in our great campaign to cast down the Great Old Ones and reclaim the ruins of Hysterra from their writhing grip. The RailGod has awakened, but she is still growing!

We, the maintainers of the RailGod have already taken heed of your dreams and deliriums, shared during the demo, and we will continue to do so going forward. Development roars forward like a beast unchained, so gaze now upon what comes next!


[hr][/hr]When the demo was released into the waking world, we were overwhelmed by the passionate roar of your voices. Over five full pages were carved into the Steam Discussions, and we read through them all as if they were prophecies of the future. Your insights, wild speculations, praise, and criticisms have been devoured with gratitude, and it is thanks to you that the RailGod emerges ever stronger.

[h3]Perhaps you wish to take on the challenge not alone, but in a group?[/h3]
If so, we encourage you to seek fellow Dreamers in our Co-Op subforum on Steam, or join us on Discord!

Those who make their way to our Discord will find a dedicated feedback forum, the special place for collecting feedback and bugs. This section is watched daily by our lurking team, so we encourage you to use this section to let us know what you think of the game. We have but one request to those who wish to do this: seek out the previous suggestions and see if someone else has brought up what you wish to write already. If so, don't start a new topic; support the one that exists already.
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We created the Early Access Supporter Pack as a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who believes in our vision and wants to support the development of RailGods of Hysterra. It includes unique in-game items, digital artbook, OST, and a small token of our gratitude, signed by the team.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3601390/RailGods_of_Hysterra__Early_Access_Supporter_Pack/

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For the next two weeks, the game will be 10% off, and we’re also excited to announce a special bundle with ASKA, available during the same period!

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52533/RailGods_of_Hysterra_x_ASKA/
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A special request to our fans!

Have you already felt the madness creeping in? Are the whispers starting to feel… familiar?
If you're enjoying RailGods of Hysterra for its unique kind of madness, share your thoughts and leave a review on Steam, the RailGod will be forever grateful!

[h2]Heed the whispers of the RailGods — your fate awaits![/h2]

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RailGods of Hysterra — Story Trailer

In the shadows of screaming stars and beneath the bootheel of ancient gods, I scratch these words in madness and hope - there must come a being of mercy, made of flesh and steel, who shall save us from the Great Old Ones.

The dreams have turned to screams, and the screams to steam. The blackened veil parts, and what lies behind it is not salvation, but the truth.

You who follow the RailGods, steel your soul and prepare your minds, for now, we shall unveil the story behind RailGods of Hysterra.

From the moment humanity fell to the Great Old Ones, to the secret plans hatched by H.P. Lovecraft and his Dreamers, and finally, to the rise of the RailGod, the secret weapon that will help humanity reclaim Hysterra.

[h3]🔻 See the Story Trailer here, but do not watch alone. 🔻[/h3]

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[h2]The Awakening Draws Near![/h2]
Early Access begins soon, across all borders, through all time zones, the Endless Railway shall soon descend!

A cosmic timetable etched in flame and rust, listing the local time at which your descent into Hysterra shall begin has been prepared for you, commit this knowledge to your heart, and be ready, for the RailGod waits for no one.



https://store.steampowered.com/app/3201910/RailGods_of_Hysterra

[h2]Heed the whispers of the RailGods — your fate awaits![/h2]

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The RailGod Calls: Join Us in the Lovecraftian Days

Greetings Dreamers,

The whispers of the RailGod have reached the darkest corners of Steam. From today until April 21, join us in the Lovecraftian Days and descend deeper into the madness of Hysterra.

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Do not think for one moment that we are joining this event empty-handed, for the RailGods of Hysterra Demo shall be updated.

Now, as you depart the Dreamlands and slowly return to the waking world of Hysterra, your eyes shall see a clearer glimpse of the true madness that awaits you.

[h2]Latest Updates & Improvements — Lovecraftian Days Edition[/h2]
  • Refactored Main Menu
  • Added control rebinding options in the Main Menu
  • Added advanced graphics settings
  • Added shared chests/workbenches (multiple players can interact with them simultaneously)
  • Added connected chests on the train (players can access all items in nearby chests/workbenches from any chest interface)
  • Added crafting using resources stored in chests or workbenches (no longer necessary to move items to the Dreamer’s inventory before crafting)
  • Added train carriage teleportation (default key: J)
  • Added quick-interact button for retrieving death drops (default key: F; it will re-equip gear from your death drop — in the future, it will also restore item hotkeys)
  • Polished combat feedback
  • Refactored and improved tutorial
  • Overall UI improvements (Info Points added in key UI sections)
  • Added save/load system for Fog of War data
  • New Train Stops added
  • New Dark Gifts added
  • Added Madness visual and sound effects
  • Added a ladder plan that allows access to carriage rooftops
  • Spawns of Cadath can now appear while traveling by train (spawn frequency depends on the rail line color — only the green line is available in the demo, so encounters will be rare)

⚠️ We recommend starting a new game after this patch, as the significant changes may cause compatibility issues with previous save files.

Yes, we’re aware of the current issues with localization and text formatting. Our team is already working on it, and a new fix addressing this problem will be released very soon.

Join us during Lovecraftian Days and experience the improved madness of Hysterra firsthand!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3201910/RailGods_of_Hysterra

[h2]Heed the whispers of the RailGods — your fate awaits![/h2]

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A Small Delay for a Greater Journey: Launch Moves to May 7

Dear Dreamers,

Last week, we shared the exciting news that we are launching RailGods of Hysterra - Early Access on April 23rd. However, after recent internal playtests and feedback from our dedicated testers, we've realized that we need just a bit more time to ensure the experience matches the quality and depth you've come to expect.

Your excitement and feedback have inspired us to refine key features, enhance the game's stability, and improve the overall gameplay. This is because it is essential to us that your first experience with RailGods of Hysterra is both memorable and truly satisfying.

With that in mind, we've made the difficult decision to move the Early Access launch from April 23rd to May 7th, 2025. This additional time will allow our team to polish the game further and deliver the immersive, Lovecraftian experience we envisioned.

We deeply appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support. Mark your calendars for May 7th, and get ready to board your RailGod for an unforgettable journey through the haunting world of Hysterra!

Warm regards, The RailGods of Hysterra Team