The player must meet certain goals within the usual strict time limits, all the while fighting off several computer-controlled tycoons. Scenario is for players who just want to try their hand at dominating the past, present and future of rail worldwide with variable opponents and time limits. Make no mistake, the stakes here are just as large, and the enemies just as wily. Yes, players can buy stock both personally and for the company, or sell stock to make a little extra cash. That leaves companies wide open to takeover, of course, which is often a great way to pick up a huge chunk of rail.
Bonds are available, too, to pick up extra cash.
A good deal of the game is involved in building short rail chunks between cities to make money to either upgrade stations, buy industry or build more rail. But long distances between cities slow the accumulation of cash, and that really hurts during scenarios with time limits. The world grows during game time. New engines and train technology are made available, as are new industries and station improvements. For those who just like to play with model trains, we suggest the Sandbox option under the scenario menu.