COAL-SCALE Tycoon Guide: The basic loop
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OverviewCOAL-SCALE Tycoon is a mining tycoon game where you load ores into a minecart, haul them along a winding track, and use the money you earn to expand your operation.
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The basic loop
StepThe whole game revolves around moving ore from the mine to where it can be sold, then spending what you earn to grow your business. Bigger facilities mean more ore and more money, so every upgrade pushes the loop forward.
- Head into the mine collect ore from inside the cave.
- Navigate the track guide the cart along the rail course back to your operation.
- Cash in ore delivered means money earned.
- Buy upgrades spend your earnings to add buildings and facilities.
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Handling the track without derailing
WarnThe tracks are designed to be genuinely tricky. Going off the rails brings a penalty, so it pays to treat each run carefully rather than rushing.
Settings worth knowing
CheckBoth options are available from the start and cost nothing to use.
- Open the settings menu and toggle cart-to-cart collisions on or off turning them off makes it easier to run several carts at once.
- If you want a quieter experience or a private session with friends, start a free VIP server instead of joining a public one.
- Progress saves automatically and carries across server changes, so you can pick up exactly where you left off.
Playing with others
SummaryWhether you prefer company or solitude, there are straightforward options for both.
- Max players per server 6
- Private server cost free
- Progress saved across servers yes
Glossary
Glossary- Tycoon
- A game style where you earn money, buy upgrades, and grow a business over time.
- Derail
- When your minecart leaves the track, triggering a penalty.
- No-collision
- A setting that stops carts from physically hitting each other, useful when multiple carts are on the track at once.
- VIP server
- A private server you host yourself, free of charge, where you control who can join.
Common questions
FAQDoes my progress save if I leave mid-session?
Yes. Progress saves automatically and carries over even if you switch to a different server. You can return at any time and continue from where you stopped.
How many players can join one server?
Up to six players can be in a single server at the same time.
My cart keeps going off the rails — what should I do?
Take a moment to look over the full track layout before you set off. You can also toggle off cart collisions in the settings menu so other players' carts are no longer an obstacle.
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