Trains is a top-down managerial game where you take control of a train on a railroad to make money in the age of steam power. Your goal is to deliver goods to industries that need them, while managing your resources and coal supply.
The gameplay involves moving the train to loading stations, unloading goods, and navigating through levels with unique track designs across different environments. You must balance delivering goods quickly to earn profits, while also avoiding running out of coal and facing penalties for crashed trains or payroll deductions.