RailSide Guide: PC controls at a glance
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OverviewRailSide is an open-world Roblox sandbox where you explore railways, climb trains, and hang out with friends in a moody, fog-filled environment. The game is in beta, so new trains, stations, and mechanics are added regularly.
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RailSide [BETA]
PC controls at a glance
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These are the controls as the game publishes them. Mobile is supported too, but the keybinds below apply to PC.
| Key | What it does | When you need it |
|---|---|---|
| C | Rotates the camera 180° | Checking what is behind you |
| G | Toggles the flashlight on and off | Dark tracks, forests, or night |
| V | Opens your in-game phone | Checking information mid-session |
| Shift | Sprint | Crossing the large open map quickly |
| Ctrl | Crouch | Getting into tight or hidden spots |
| P | Switches to third-person view | Watching your character move |
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Three areas worth exploring
TipsThe open world contains distinct environments.
- The base area contains buildings and facilities you can enter and explore.
- The forest lets you walk among the trees and watch trains pass through the natural scenery.
- Following the rail lines is a way to find running trains and locate stations.
- The atmosphere — fog and realistic lighting — is a feature of the game.
Getting the most out of the trains
Tips
RailSide features real train models including the Sapsan and the Lastochka. Free climbing means you can get on top of or alongside a train whenever you find one.
- Follow the tracks to spot a train in motion.
- Climb on — free climbing lets you get on top of or onto the side of the train.
- Bring friends — having other players on the train with you opens up roleplay scenarios.
- Use the camera — tap C to spin the view 180°.
Real-railway safety reminder
WarnThe game itself carries this warning: every dangerous action in RailSide — climbing moving trains, walking on live tracks, entering railway facilities — is virtual. None of it should ever be tried in real life.
Playing in beta
CheckRailSide is in beta, which means bugs can appear and big changes can land without much warning. Up to 25 players can join a single session.
- Report issues to the developer when you find them, since feedback directly helps development.
- Check for updates regularly, because new trains, stations, and mechanics are being added over time.
Glossary
Glossary- Open world
- A game environment with no fixed path, letting you explore stations, forests, and rail lines.
- Beta
- An early public version of the game that is still being developed, so bugs and large updates are both normal.
- Free climbing
- A mechanic that lets your character scale trains and structures.
- Roleplay
- Playing with friends by acting out scenes or scenarios.
- Flashlight
- A toggleable light source (G key) that illuminates dark areas like night-time tracks or dense forest.
Common questions
FAQHow many players can join a single server?
One server holds up to 25 players.
Can I play on mobile?
Yes, RailSide supports both PC and mobile devices.
What trains are in the game?
The game features the Sapsan and the Lastochka, among others. Because the game is in beta, more trains are planned and will be added in future updates.
How can I support the developer?
Playing the game and leaving a positive rating helps the developer. If you run into a bug, reporting it is also useful for development.
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