Lionel Trains: On Track DS box art

Nintendo DS · Strategy

Lionel Trains: On Track

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2006
GenreStrategy
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Lionel Trains: On Track is a strategy game released in 2006 for the Nintendo DS.

It landed about 2 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2006 include New Super Mario Bros., Animal Crossing: Wild World and Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time.

Lionel Trains: On Track is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Lionel Trains: On Track is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Lionel Trains: On Track gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Lionel Trains: On Track cheats & codes

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Lionel Trains: On Track walkthroughs & guides

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Lionel Trains: On Track FAQ

When did Lionel Trains: On Track come out on the DS?

Lionel Trains: On Track was released for the Nintendo DS in 2006.

Is Lionel Trains: On Track multiplayer?

No. Lionel Trains: On Track is a single-player game.

How long does Lionel Trains: On Track take to play?

As a strategy game, Lionel Trains: On Track typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Lionel Trains: On Track on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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