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Press release:
Wednesday, 8th February 2023.
The UK-based indie games publisher/developer Team 17 and indie games developer Ernestas Norvaišas (an ex-Factorio 3D artist and developer), are today very happy and thrilled to announce that they have just released the “Forging Forward” for their train-led city builder “Sweet Transit” (the said update is available right now for PC via Steam Early Access).

With the new update, players can enjoy expanded stations with multiple platforms for even more creative creations; explore a detailed and easy-to-use blueprint library through which they can share their masterworks with others, and take on 20 unique challenges with varying difficulties including track merging, signalling, bridge building and many more, designed to introduce newcomers to the game and test the nous of veteran engineers.

Home to a world where the railway is king and trains are the sole means of transportation and expansion, Sweet Transit sees players use these mighty iron horses to build new settlements, create intricate production lines, and 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.

In addition to new content, Forging Forward also adds a variety of quality-of-life improvements to the game, including a quick build ‘Undo/Redo’ action, allowing players to easily fix their mistakes; steel bridges with corners for extra architectural opportunities; and additional mid-game balancing.

Sweet Transit Key Features:

Systems-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

Sweet Transit is now available to purchase in Steam Early Access. Press interested in previewing the game and the Forging Forward update can request a key now via Press Engine.

To keep up to date with the latest detailed developments on Sweet Transit throughout early access, visit the game’s community page, follow the official account Twitter, join the community on Discord, and visit the Sweet Transit website.

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’ first title, Sweet Transit, is now available in Steam Early Access. Visit www.sweettransitgame.com for more information.

About Team17 Digital
Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio comprised of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17 Digital’s portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, and Overcooked! franchise. Visit www.team17.com for more info.