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Beginner's guide
Game modes
Transport Fever has two game modes: The campaign mode and the free game mode.
The campaign mode consists of two campaigns with seven missions each. Each mission has a predefined map and a clear goal that can be reached by completing various tasks.
The free mode (also called the endless game mode) allows you to build any transport network imaginable on a randomly generated map. The scenario, start year and various other parameters can be set before the game starts. This mode also supports the use of mods.
Tips and tricks
Tutorial
There are three interactive tutorials available in the game:
Basics
Learn how to gain an
overview of your empire and obtain key figures for your business; how to build your first yards of road and lay your first railroad tracks
Passenger transport
Learn how to transport your first
passengers by bus and train.
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Guidelines for the early game
Advanced tips
Here are some additional tips to get you started:
Making money
Money is earned by transporting passengers and cargo. The further and faster people and cargo travel, the more money you will earn.
When constructing complex networks, an upfront investment is needed in many cases. This might result in a loss for the first couple of months, but will pay off later.
If you run out of money, you can borrow more in the
finance window. Be aware that you have to pay interest, so it's a good idea to pay back as soon as possible.
Vehicles
Industries
An
industry gets upgraded if the production remains at high levels for several months.
Conversely, it gets downgraded if the production remains at low levels for several months.
Cargo chains need to be complete. Make sure to transport the output products, otherwise the storage will fill up and the industry will stop production.
Towns
Towns are divided into three different districts: residential, commercial and industrial.
Commercial and industrial districts consume end products. The town's exact cargo demand is shown in the info window.
Accelerate town growth by fulfilling the cargo needs of the commercial and industrial districts.
Transportation
When
setting up a line, try to avoid empty runs. If possible, use the same vehicle to haul cargo back and forth.
Freight wagons, trucks and cargo ships get refitted automatically at stations, unless they are set to a specific cargo type.
Some passengers prefer the fastest, others prefer the cheapest path to the destination.
Track and road building
Build high
bridges over rivers so ships can pass under.
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Try to avoid tight curves as these restrict the speed limit.
Use the Shift modifier to disable snapping for more precise construction.
Use the Shift modifier when upgrading a street to enable segment-wise operation.
To build a bridge or a tunnel, raise and lower a street with the <m> and <n> keys.
Stations
Rotate constructions with the <m> and <n> keys, and press Shift for smaller steps.
To increase the catchment area of a station, connect it with a town by building a bus, tram or truck line.