Golden Rails: Tales of the Wild West > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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Once you figure it out...It's great!

PostedFebruary 3, 2020

Joybelle_2

fromAustralia

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Match 3, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

It took me quite a few repeats on the low levels to really get a handle on this game, as every level is so different and introducing new features there's a lot to take in. But that's what makes this a great game.

It is a gather, build and meet goals TM, but there are lots of novel features (bits of quite a few games by this developer).

Firstly the railroad is the main feature. There is a ...Show more

It took me quite a few repeats on the low levels to really get a handle on this game, as every level is so different and introducing new features there's a lot to take in. But that's what makes this a great game.

It is a gather, build and meet goals TM, but there are lots of novel features (bits of quite a few games by this developer).

Firstly the railroad is the main feature. There is a train that delivers recources to the main platform that you buy with the gold from your houses..but there are also small stations that it drops stuff off to you free of charge. And on every level till you get your first delivery you have no idea which resource (food, ore, wood etc) it is actually going to bring you. So it keeps your interest just hoping for something special lol

Once you have an idea what the train is bringing..then its pure strategy. You must do it the right way, right upgrades, right direction and then stuff like remembering to actually put a worker in the production buildings you built.

There is a fellow who sells you food for cash, and a sherrif and robbers (requiring a jail) and extra resources can be found by chopping trees, digging ore or gold so you are not totally reliant on either the buildings nor the train. So lots of running around, lots of thinking and plenty of fun once you get the flow of it.

There are three modes including relax, but I find that just normal is plenty enough challenge for me. Every level has something a little different and it makes you look forward to what may be in store. I think its great, but play the demo and give yourself a chance to find your rhythm. Enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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A cursor change makes all the difference

PostedFebruary 3, 2020

Cyril48

fromNew Zealand

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

When I first started this game it starts with the hand cursor and I had real problems with it making the game very difficult to play (For me anyway) but then Joybelle told me to change the cursor and I did to the arrow and it was a different came much better.
This has everything I want in a TM game and more. I loved the one stop games with the trains and this just improves on that in its own ...Show more

When I first started this game it starts with the hand cursor and I had real problems with it making the game very difficult to play (For me anyway) but then Joybelle told me to change the cursor and I did to the arrow and it was a different came much better.
This has everything I want in a TM game and more. I loved the one stop games with the trains and this just improves on that in its own way.
They even throw in collectable owls which are a bit hard to find so to get the most out of your demo look for them after you have bought. This is quite challenging from the start and you have 50 levels to enjoy.
If you like TM games you are going to love this one. Enjoy Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Hooray Game Folks Have Given Us What We Have Wanted

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

Redau

fromCentral Coast NSW Australia

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Skill Level:Expert

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Golden Rails: Tales of the Wild West

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Hooray someone has given us what we have been asking for and that's a game you can sink your teeth into and then "strewth is that the time" and this is it.

Game reminded me of "Next Stop" but is far superior to that one, which one would expect it to be, being that this one is a few years later than the other I just mentioned.

I used my free game for this as it is a fabulous, not boring, ...Show more

Hooray someone has given us what we have been asking for and that's a game you can sink your teeth into and then "strewth is that the time" and this is it.

Game reminded me of "Next Stop" but is far superior to that one, which one would expect it to be, being that this one is a few years later than the other I just mentioned.

I used my free game for this as it is a fabulous, not boring, keeps you on your toes, there's more to this game than just grabbing food/wood/iron - just go grab the demo and have fun. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great Game!

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

SilverCat463

fromSt. Louis, MO

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Laruaville 5

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game is like a cross between Rush for Gold and Next Stop - Both of which are my favorites. I really like the variations they have included here, like the small stations that supplement your supplies. This is just different enough to be very entertaining.

I purchased after only 6 levels. Like this game a lot.

Keep a look out for OWLS!

I recommend this game!

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A Gem of a TM game

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

silver64

fromYorkshire, UK

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Golden Rails: Tales of the Wild West

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Plenty to do in this great game. Collect, build and upgrade as normal but lots more in terms of resourse management. When and what to order and often takes redoing the level - which I love.

Some levels are easy so it doesnt get monotonous with just enough challange. The find the owl on each level is just hard enough and fun. Thankfully thats all you have to find as each level gives you enough ...Show more

Plenty to do in this great game. Collect, build and upgrade as normal but lots more in terms of resourse management. When and what to order and often takes redoing the level - which I love.

Some levels are easy so it doesnt get monotonous with just enough challange. The find the owl on each level is just hard enough and fun. Thankfully thats all you have to find as each level gives you enough to do.

The are work is great too as its easy on the eyes, it almost has an older feel but it isnt.

Workers wait around a second or two which is useful when chopping trees and collecting gold or ore.

This game ticks my Royal Envoy box nicely.

OInly gripe is on some levels the red arrows and dialogue box gets in the way when you need the amounts of resourses needed to build, leaving you having to guess. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great TM Game,Train and Western Theme, One of the Best!!

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

Foster321

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Golden Rails: Tales of the Wild West

(32)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Thank you developers and Big Fish!! I have been waiting for a TM game such as this one for a long time. The Western theme is something I really love and to have a train also!! What more can you want? We need more TM games like this one.
I am tremendously enjoying this game that has all of the fun factors: beautiful scenery, great music, excellent story, and a relaxed mode for those of us with ...Show more

Thank you developers and Big Fish!! I have been waiting for a TM game such as this one for a long time. The Western theme is something I really love and to have a train also!! What more can you want? We need more TM games like this one.
I am tremendously enjoying this game that has all of the fun factors: beautiful scenery, great music, excellent story, and a relaxed mode for those of us with arthritis issues. Please make this a series.
Thanks again for this game and God Bless. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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You need to "lasso" this game!

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

Gadyhen

fromSan Antonio, TX

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I love tm/strategy games and am always looking for a new one to play. This game is wonderfully fresh and unique in its approach...lots to do with new and varied tasks to perform! The dialogues are not long and drawn out and can be skipped through quickly if you prefer. Little hidden owls are fun (and not always easy) to find. All the mechanics of this game have worked flawlessly for me and I was ...Show more

I love tm/strategy games and am always looking for a new one to play. This game is wonderfully fresh and unique in its approach...lots to do with new and varied tasks to perform! The dialogues are not long and drawn out and can be skipped through quickly if you prefer. Little hidden owls are fun (and not always easy) to find. All the mechanics of this game have worked flawlessly for me and I was easily drawn into the storyline. I usually play on the relaxed or easy mode as I like going at my own pace but I can see this would be a challenge if you prefer timed. No Vikings or witch doctors in Golden Trails and I suggest you give it a try! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Thoroughly enjoyed this TM game

PostedFebruary 7, 2020

boogienites

fromWashington DC

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have to admit, when this first appeared as the game of the day, I only played a couple levels and felt it was not for me. However, after seeing the reviews, and not having a TM game available I had not already played, I decided to give it another try. And, I am happy I did!

I agree with previous poster that what may seem an easy game at first, the challenge became more challenging as it moved ...Show more

I have to admit, when this first appeared as the game of the day, I only played a couple levels and felt it was not for me. However, after seeing the reviews, and not having a TM game available I had not already played, I decided to give it another try. And, I am happy I did!

I agree with previous poster that what may seem an easy game at first, the challenge became more challenging as it moved to later levels.

I was pleasantly surprised that a game came out w/out being a Collector's Edition and had 50 levels, some of which had to be played 4-5 times before determining the strategy to obtain 3 stars. I enjoyed searching for the owls on each level, and the "Wanted" tab shows the owls found and those not found so that you could go back to the level to find the missing owl.

The levels to shoot the bad guys before they shoot you was a fun exercise. I still have not been able to get close to 3 stars on the last of those levels, but it is fun trying.

If you like TM games, I honestly think you will enjoy this game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Awesome

PostedFebruary 5, 2020

bustig49

fromJustin, Texas

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Mahjong, Marble Popper, Match 3, Time Management, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I loved the train stop game but I love that this has country music in the background and I love the challenge. I figured it out pretty well. I have gone back and done some levels to try to get the 3 stars. It is just a great game. Keep em comin.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great game!

PostedFebruary 4, 2020

Csgentry

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I am really enjoying this game! It seems to have all you would want in a TM game. However I did have to change the curser like someone else mentioned here.

I recommend this game!

+10points

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