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Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum is a strategy game developed by PopTop Software and published by Gathering of Developers, released in July 2002. It is an enhanced version of Railroad Tycoon II, which includes the original game and its two expansions - The Second Century and A-Train.

Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum offers players the opportunity to build and manage their own transportation empire. The game features over 60 maps spanning four continents, a variety of locomotives and rolling stock, multiple industries to interact with, complex economic systems, and challenging scenarios.

The game offers three primary modes: Campaign, Scenarios, and Sandbox. The Campaign mode provides a structured series of scenarios with specific goals, while the Scenarios mode allows players to select individual challenges. Lastly, the Sandbox mode offers an open-ended experience without any specific objectives or restrictions.

Yes, Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum supports multiplayer gameplay. You can play with friends or other players online through LAN or direct IP connections.

The minimum system requirements for Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum are Windows 95/98/ME/XP, a Pentium II processor, 64MB of RAM, and a DirectX compatible sound and video card.

Yes, the game supports modding and customization. There is an active modding community that has created additional content, scenarios, and enhancements for the game. You can find these mods on various fan sites and forums.

Yes, Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum provides a comprehensive tutorial that guides new players through the gameplay mechanics and strategies. Additionally, there is an in-game help system that provides information on various aspects of the game.

While trains are the primary focus, Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum allows players to expand their empire by investing in other transportation industries such as ships, trucks, and airplanes. You can build and manage an entire transportation network by integrating these modes of transport.

No, you cannot directly control the growth of cities and towns in Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum. The growth is influenced by various factors like the availability of transportation services, industry development, and economic conditions. Your actions as a player can indirectly affect the growth rates.

Yes, you can speed up time in Railroad Tycoon 2: Platinum by using the fast forward button. It allows you to accelerate the gameplay and quickly progress through different stages.