New York - 1830: Starting out for a new world full of adventure, economic opportunities, power and money. Bold pioneers set out to conquer the New World with their iron horses. With the creation of the transatlantic railway, built with blood, sweat and tears into the murderous wilderness in 1869, the American dream of freedom and prosperity was finally to be fulfilled. With "Railroad Pioneer" you'll be able to experience all this at close quarters and, at the end of a dramatic journey, leave your mark as a railway magnate in the eventful history of steamers and pioneers. Until then, let us take you on a tour through time and across the United States. We'll frequently present you with new bits and pieces of this fascinating business simulation, its development, the people behind the scenes and, of course, all that it takes to become a true "railroad pioneer". Features: * singular mix of discovering, business and transport simulation in real time * 'fog of war' creating a novel experience in a business simulation real-time business simulation all in detailed 3D graphics * historical campaign with 10 varied and interesting missions various game modes for long gaming fun * 13 different professions, such as pioneers, Indians, or trappers for interesting explorations * 25 historical locomotives with individual upgrading systems * 22 expandable industries from farms to weapons factories * 10 different wagon types for transporting 18 different kinds of goods multiplayer via LAN or internet with up to 4 players * 5 completely different scenery settings ensure a varied and interesting atmosphere * simple, fast game system with strategic depth and different game strategies