Rail Route Wiki

* You will deal with two main types of contracts: Recurrent contracts and One-Off contracts.

• Recurrent contracts regularly bring new trains into your network, providing a stable and predictable traffic flow. This predictability allows for strategic planning and optimization of resources.
• One-Off contracts offer unique, singular challenges and rewards, diversifying your traffic management experiences.

* To generate contracts, specific buildings are required: Conductor Offices for green contracts and Dispatcher Offices for red contracts. While some Conductor Offices are pre-built, constructing additional ones is essential for acquiring more contracts.

* Each contract starts with a planning phase. During this phase, a schedule is suggested based on distances between stations and the speed limits of unlocked tracks. The reward is calculated from the scheduled travel time compared to the optimal time. Adjusting the schedule can lead to higher rewards but beware of penalties if the schedule is unrealistic.

* Following planning is the trial train. The trial train serves to validate the planned schedule. Based on its performance, adjustments to the schedule might be necessary for future trains.

* After the trial train completes its journey, you can further adjust the schedule to better align with real-world conditions and optimize contract fulfillment.

* You have the option to optimize or reject contracts as your network evolves. * Two key upgrades, Platform Adjustments and Timetable Adjustments, can be utilized for refining accepted contracts, enhancing platform efficiency and train timings. * Carefully consider each contract before acceptance. Reviewing station timetables and planning resources is crucial to ensure your network can handle the additional traffic.

*Dispatcher's Tip: Effective planning and strategic management are essential for a successful railroad operation. Careful assessment and timely adjustments of contracts will lead to a more efficient and profitable network.*