Feel the spirit of the pioneers of the Steam Era as you build your own railroad empire in the North American area in the nineteenth century. Unite settlements, produce and trade goods, and develop new technologies to stay ahead of the competition. Embark on your dream career and make a fortune in the New World. Execute contracts and complete missions based on historic railroad networks in the United States. Lay tracks, dig tunnels, and build bridges to connect settlements large and small, old and new. Strategy and planning for the future are essential to making the best deals – so you need to know every aspect of your organization. Control and combine resources, establish new industries, and even lobby politicians to change the laws of the country.