Rails of India Docs

Overview

Getting Started

Rails of India is a 1:1 scale train simulation that focuses on accurate routes, signaling, and station detail. These docs are structured to help you move from download to contribution without guesswork.

What is the Core?

The Core is the base game package. It ships with a starter route, five stations, one EMU, and baseline vegetation. Although it looks small, it is data-heavy because it relies on GIS sources like NASA Earthdata, OpenStreetMap, and ISRO Bhuvan. The Core is updated for stability and compatibility.

What are Patches?

Patches are update packages that extend the Core. Three types exist: Minor Patch (.roimip), Major Patch (.roimap), and Grand Patch (.roigp). Use them to stay current without redownloading the full base build.

What are the system requirements?

Final requirements are still being refined. For now, assume hardware above the Current Specs listed on the download page. Optimization is a priority even though the game runs on Unreal Engine 5.

What engine does the game run on?

The project runs on Unreal Engine 5.7.4 to target realism while keeping performance front and center.

Setup

Install & Setup

All you need to know about installations and setups. Currently Work In Progress

Minimum Specs Required

Windows 10 x64
Storage not yet known, but recommended 5GB free disk space
Intel HD 510 or higher
Intel G4400 or higher

Install Steps

Follow steps in Downloads page.

Note: We only dristibute our games in This page only. If you find any other site dristibuting our game in terms of money, DON'T fall for that and directly report us, As our game is 100% free. You must have x64 version of Windows, and up to date.

Example install structure: (Subject to change in release)
Rails Of India/
  Core/
  Patches/
  Logs/

Reference

Project Structure

Keep this updated as the repository evolves.

game/

Core game binaries, patch bundles, and patch packages.

docs/

Documentation pages, guides, and contributor notes.

Images/

Hero art, screenshots, and promo media.

Formats

Patch Formats

Patches are versioned packages. Use the correct type for your update path.

Type	Extension	Use Case
Minor Patch	.roimip	Incremental updates applied in order.
Major Patch	.roimap	Bundled patch range, replaces multiple minors.
Grand Patch	.roigp	Milestone release with broader changes.

Info: If you need older versions of patches, head to our Archive (If the earlier versions were ok to keep)

Modding

Modding Basics

This section explains how to install mods and also a breif note for modders.

How to Install mods

Head to Repository
Get a mod of your choice.
Add your mod to mod manager in-game. It automatically does the rest of the things needed.

How to make mods?

Currently, we dont support mods yet...

Contact with us if you want to be a modder. We only allow authorised persons for creating mods.

Community

Contributing

We are absolutely welcome for your contribution in our project. As a team of 7, it is very hard for us to consistently develop on such a huge game.

Tip: Contact developer for contributions.

Help

FAQ

Where do I find the latest patch?

Check the download page for the newest patch list. The table is weekly updated.

Do I need every patch?

Yes (or your wish), but make sure you follow the rules listed in Download page, or else it will break the game.

Will this run on low-end hardware?

Absolutely, as it is developed in hardware older than 50% of the people in world, but still you need good hardware for good experience.

Support

Need Help?

Reach out on Discord or open a GitHub issue. Keep logs and screenshots handy for faster help.

Join Community GitHub