Move away from low-value raw materials as quickly as possible. Focus on multi-stage production chains—such as Grain to Flour to Bread—which generate significantly higher profits.
While the "Best Friend" is your starting point, prioritizing research into faster, more powerful locomotives like the John Bull or Mogul is essential for staying ahead of the AI's delivery times. Winning Strategies for the Competition railroad corporation first competition walkthrough
If you're running low on funds, established passenger lines between large cities are the fastest way to generate liquid cash for new investments. Move away from low-value raw materials as quickly
In your first true head-to-head, your goal is typically to achieve a specific financial milestone (e.g., earning $500,000) or supplying a set amount of resources before the AI does. Winning Strategies for the Competition If you're running
This walkthrough focuses on (and similar competitive scenarios like those in the Civil War DLC ), where you must outperform an AI rival to secure victory. Mission Objectives & Setup