Train Sim developer Dovetail Games has revealed Metro Rivals: New York, a unique and casual twist on its very own train simulator that blends both simulation and arcade racing together, only with trains. Dubbed a “subway simcade game”, Metro Rivals: New York puts players in a near-future New York City where the subway system is broken up into districts controlled by one or more celebrity train drivers (conductors?) who seek to dominate the rail lines, grow their brand, and not to mention, their social media following.
Metro Rivals features a single-player campaign where players start with a barebones train, building it up over time by completing missions and cash fares. In addition to the campaign, there will also be a PvP mode where up to four players can compete online or against friends to top the asynchronous leaderboards. Of course, it wouldn’t be a sim without some laid-back vibes as well. If competition is not really your thing, you can also explore NYC in a relaxed mode that lets you plot your own course and cruise around the city.
Under the hood, Dovetail Games is utilizing Unreal Engine 5, including its Nanite and Lumen technologies. They’re also including procedurally generated music from Reactional Music that reacts to the game in a cinematic way. Sounds cool.
Check out the reveal trailer below, or wishlist it now on your favorite platform. Metro Rivals: New York is launching in early 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
