Keep an eye on the contract board. As you complete missions for the AI competitors, they will offer increasingly lucrative contracts. While you can win without them, fulfilling a high-value delivery contract can be a huge boost and seal your victory early. The key is to be selective; only take contracts that align with your existing or planned routes.
Dedicate locomotives to transporting goods needed for the competition. Phase 3: Outmaneuvering the Rival (Month 10+) railroad corporation first competition walkthrough
Set up a dedicated line running from the Grain Elevator to the Flour Mill. Keep an eye on the contract board
So, fire up the engine, take out that loan, and start laying track. The golden age of steam awaits, and its first great tycoon is none other than you. Now, get out there and build your empire. The key is to be selective; only take
The first five minutes are the most critical. You cannot afford to let your locomotives sit idle. Connect High-Value Cities
The "First Competition" scenario features a "time bonus" for finishing quickly. This is where the game separates the casual players from the true moguls. The "Early Finisher" timer is intentionally difficult, starting you far away from resources and giving you a useless starting town. However, winning before this timer expires is possible with a hyper-optimized strategy.
It’s now Month 14. The Baron has delivered 4/8 grain. He thinks he’s winning.