Greetings, everyone!
With the exciting release of Perfect Paradise, you might be wondering how this new scenario stacks up against the familiar Steam over Europe experience. While both scenarios share some core mechanics, Perfect Paradise brings fresh twists and unique challenges with its tropical island map and fair competition.
In this article, we’ll break down the key similarities and differences between the two scenarios, giving you a clear picture of what to expect in this ultimate showdown. Whether you’re a fan of strategic depth or looking for a more balanced game, this comparison will help you decide which scenario best suits your playstyle.
| Feature | Steam over Europe (SoE) | Perfect Paradise (PP) |
| Map theme | Europe | Caribbean |
| Regions | 10 | 4 (islands) |
| Ability to connect regions/islands | Yes | No |
| Same industry placement on map | No | Yes |
| Number of cities | 50 | 24 |
| Supported city (mayor feature) | Yes | No |
| Landmarks | Yes | No |
| Mayor | Yes | Yes |
| President | Yes (per region) | Yes (per island) |
| Cabinet members | 10 | 12 |
| Harbours | Yes | Yes |
| Special tracks (connecting regions) | Yes | No |
| Ability to transport to/from another region/island? | Yes | No |
| Number of goods | 48 (regular) | 48 (mixed from multiple scenarios) |
| Goods chains | Regular | New goods chains |
| Passengers | Yes | Yes |
| Game world 1x speed | Yes | Yes |
| Game world 2x speed | Yes | Yes |
| Player registration cap | N/A | Yes (2,000 players per game world) |
| Career achievement points | Normal | Doubled (compared to the Destination Africa event scenario) |
| Endgame rules | Top 10 cities become megacities and compete against each other. One region can have more megacities in the endgame. | Top city from each island competes against each other. That’s one city per island. |
No matter which scenario you choose, both Steam over Europe and Perfect Paradise offer unique challenges and endless excitement.
Jump in and see which one will test your skills the most! ✨
See you on the tracks,
Your Rail Nation Team