Indie games label signs ex-Factorio developer Ernestas Norvaišas and his 2022 Steam Early Access transport city builder with a twist
Wednesday, 15th December 2021 – Team17 has today announced Sweet Transit, a train-led city builder in development by ex-Factorio 3D artist and developer Ernestas Norvaišas. Preparing to depart into Steam Early Access in 2022, Sweet Transit is home to a world where the railway is king, and trains are the sole means of transportation and expansion. As players use these mighty iron horses to build new settlements, they’ll work to create intricate production lines to grow humble villages into thriving metropolises while moving through distinct eras such as the introduction of steam power and the invention of the combustion engine.
A brand-new announcement trailer is ready to depart below, narrated by award-winning actor, director and playwright, Steven Berkoff:
Sweet Transit Key Features
Expansive train-led city builder: Starting with a single warehouse, build a thriving interconnected world of villages and cities as you expand your rail network and evolve your society
Customisable rail network: Construct platforms and stations linked by intricate railway routes to help connect settlements and ensure a painless transit for both workers and civilians
Evolve your industry: From steam to diesel, play through distinct eras of the railway and plan the most economical expansions using the technology at your disposal
Be a person of the people: Keep a close eye on your citizens and ensure their needs are met as you expand your routes and scale up your settlements
Full modding support: Create custom content via Steam Workshop, including structures, locomotives, in-game rules, progression markers, and graphics
Ernestas Norvaišas, Developer, Sweet Transit, said:
“Sweet Transit aims to capture the satisfaction of creating intricate systems that all work together in harmony. It’s a game where you can really settle in and enjoy solving unique challenges every time you play. I’m a huge fan of city builders and trains, and Sweet Transit really is a bit of my love letter to both. I can’t wait to share more of what we’ve been working on soon.”
Harley Homewood, Head of Publishing, Team17, said:
“Ernestas has an impressive development history and Sweet Transit’s train-led take on city building and resource management promises something brand-new for PC players. We’re excited to help bring the game to a hungry audience of city builder fans and train enthusiasts, and we look forward to sharing more soon.”
To keep up to date with all things Sweet Transit, wishlist the game on Steam now.
About Ernestas Norvaišas
Ernestas Norvaišas is a solo independent developer based in Lithuania.
A strategy enthusiast and former 3D Artist at Wube Software (Factorio), Ernestas is now working on Sweet Transit, his debut title for PC, due for release in Steam Early Access in 2022.
About Team17 Group plc
Founded in 1990, Team17 Group plc is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Floated on AIM in 2018, Team17, with its extensive portfolio of over 100 titles, embodies the spirit of independent games. In addition to the award-winning Overcooked!, Yoku’s Island Express, and the iconic Worms, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2020, Team17 has helped bring critically acclaimed titles including Hell Let Loose, Moving Out, Golf With Your Friends, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, Blasphemous, and The Escapists to gamers everywhere.
