Experience the Thrilling Underworld of New York in Metro Rivals: New York

Unleash Your Inner Track Titan in Metro Rivals: New York

On October 17, 2025, Dovetail Games, based in Kent, UK, announced their upcoming game "Metro Rivals: New York," set for release in early 2026. This title transcends traditional game genres, offering players a unique blend of subway simulation, strategy, and storytelling. Currently, players can register to add it to their wishlists on platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

A Fierce Battle for Subway Dominance

In Metro Rivals, players enter a near-future New York City, where the subway network is divided into ten districts, each governed by five powerful drivers known as the "Track Titans." These individuals leverage exceptional driving skills, significant social media influence, and a strong reputation to engage in fierce turf wars. Only those with extraordinary talent can challenge them.

Players start with a basic vehicle and their ambitions, navigating the subway races to secure success. They face various missions, earn fares, upgrade trains, and enhance their reputation, requiring speed, strategy, precision, and calm decision-making throughout this exhilarating and innovative railroad simulation.

Explore Diverse Game Modes

In addition to a captivating single-player mode, Metro Rivals features an intense PvP mode where up to four players can compete online. Players must not only reach designated stations quickly but also perform with accuracy under pressure, as these factors ultimately determine scores. The highest scorers enjoy victory, fame, and their names etched on the leaderboard.

For casual gamers, a mode that allows for relaxed exploration of cityscapes and trains via free routing is also included, ensuring enjoyment for all types of players.

Customization at Its Best

Customization elements are critical for acquiring the envy-inducing trains players desire. Gamers can enhance train performance, apply unique skins and colors, and personalize character appearances, allowing for a robust expression of individuality. While in-game purchases are available, they are solely focused on cosmetic changes, ensuring no competitive advantage from spending money.

Unmatched Realism Through Cutting-Edge Technology

Metro Rivals marks Dovetail Games' first title utilizing Unreal Engine 5, employing advanced technologies such as Nanite and Lumen, along with procedural generation for a deeply immersive experience. The gameplay is complemented by Reactional Music technology, which dynamically shifts the game’s soundtrack in real-time as players speed through the subway, adding a unique rhythm to each session.

Insights From Dovetail Games' Co-CEOs

Rob O’Farrell, Co-CEO of Dovetail Games, expresses, "Metro Rivals: New York symbolizes our new challenge to deliver accessibility, thrill, speed, and excitement in the simcade genre. By combining our extensive knowledge of railways with our team's expertise and leveraging Unreal Engine 5, we are sure to provide players with unrivaled immersion and excitement in both single-player and our first-ever multiplayer mode. We're excited to collaborate with Reactional Music to integrate its procedural engine, seamlessly merging the game's soundtrack with visual experiences."

Gemma Brown, Co-CEO, describes the game as "raw, fast-paced, and brimming with energy. It captures the relentless tension of New York while meshing it perfectly with the thrill of simcade racing – think of it as a blend of Crazy Taxi and Need for Speed: Underground. The early feedback from our newly established play lab has been overwhelmingly positive, and we can’t wait for players to experience it next year."

About Dovetail Games

Established in 2009 as RailSimulator.com Ltd, Dovetail Games rebranded in 2013 and was acquired by PulluP Entertainment in 2023. The studio develops and sells exceptional simulation games for rail, transport, and board games across PC and consoles, while also distributing content created by third parties. For more information, visit Dovetail Games.