Cars vs Trains Guide: Getting started in the lobby
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OverviewCars vs Trains! [Switzerland!!] drops you into a Swiss-themed map where you drive cars, tanks, and planes while dodging trains from around the world. This guide covers picking your vehicle, surviving on the roads, and getting the most out of everything the game offers for free.
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Getting started in the lobby
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When you first load in, you land in the lobby where every vehicle is laid out and ready to pick. Once you make a choice, the game moves you onto the Swiss stage automatically.
- Pick a vehicle browse the lobby and select whichever car, tank, or plane catches your eye.
- Enter the stage after you choose, the game places you on the map without any extra steps.
- Start moving use WASD or the arrow keys to get rolling right away.
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Surviving the trains
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Trains from different countries run along multiple sets of tracks that cut across the map. The moment you make contact with one, you are sent back to the lobby to start over.
Choosing the right vehicle
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Three vehicle types are available, and each one changes how you interact with the map.
| Car | light and responsive, with a straightforward driving feel. |
| Tank | heavy and slow-moving, though its bulk does not protect you from trains any more than a car would. |
| Plane | flies above the ground, which removes almost all risk of being hit by a train. |
No cost to play anything
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The game has no paid items or premium vehicles. Everything listed below is available to anyone from the moment they join.
- All vehicles cars, the tank, and the plane are all free to pick in the lobby.
- Switzerland map the full Swiss stage costs nothing to access.
- Expanded highway the additional road network added in the Switzerland update is also free.
Glossary
Glossary- Lobby
- The area you spawn in at the start of a session, where you choose your vehicle before being placed on the map.
- Track
- The rails on the map where trains travel; crossing one puts you at risk of a collision.
- Tank
- A heavy, slow vehicle that looks armored but offers no extra protection against trains.
- Expanded Highway
- The additional road network added to the Switzerland update, playable for free.
Common questions
FAQWhat happens when a train hits you?
You get sent straight back to the lobby. From there, just pick a vehicle again and you are back on the map.
Is the plane actually easier for avoiding trains?
Yes. Because the plane flies above the ground, it avoids almost all contact with trains that run on the surface.
How do I control the plane?
The plane uses the same controls as every other vehicle — WASD or the arrow keys.
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