Some people have been asking for more story for Choo Choo Survivor. As a solo indie dev my time is scarce so I’ve chosen to allocate my time towards making the game mechanics more fun and developing better meta progression. Therefore I outsourced the story matter to GhatGPT and you can compare its story vs my story below.
Chat GPT’s Choo Choo Survivor story
In the desolate world of Choo Choo Survivor, an unimaginable catastrophe has befallen humanity. A lethal virus outbreak has turned people into ravenous zombies, leaving only a handful of survivors scattered across the remnants of civilization. Amidst the chaos, a brave train conductor named Alex emerges as a beacon of hope.
Alex finds himself in control of the last functional train, a relic from a bygone era. Determined to save as many survivors as possible, he embarks on a perilous journey to guide the train to safety. The mission is clear: steer the train through treacherous terrain and endless hordes of undead, seeking refuge in a distant sanctuary.
As Alex drives the train forward, he witnesses the grim reality of the world around him. Crumbling cities, overgrown forests, and desolate wastelands serve as haunting reminders of the once vibrant life that thrived. The tracks stretch out endlessly before him, fraught with obstacles and dangers at every turn.
Accompanying Alex are a courageous group of survivors, each with their own unique skills and stories. Together, they form a makeshift family, united by a shared will to survive. As the train hurtles forward, they must work together, defending against relentless zombie attacks and ensuring the safety of their fellow passengers.
With each passing day, the zombie hordes grow larger and more ferocious. Their hunger for human flesh is insatiable, and they relentlessly pursue the train, clawing and gnashing at its metallic shell. Alex and the survivors must utilize their limited resources wisely, scavenging for supplies and making difficult decisions to sustain their journey.
Along the way, they encounter remnants of a crumbling society—shattered remnants of hope and despair. Survivors in need of aid, abandoned shelters, and cryptic messages all contribute to the mystery surrounding the origins of the outbreak. Alex and his comrades strive to uncover the truth, believing that knowledge holds the key to humanity's salvation.
As they press on, the train becomes a fortress on wheels, retrofitted with defensive measures to repel the undead. Makeshift barricades, reinforced plating, and ingenious contraptions provide temporary respite in the face of relentless attacks. Yet, the battle for survival intensifies with each passing mile.
Through unwavering determination and sacrifice, Alex and his companions navigate through a nightmarish landscape, inching closer to their destination. The train's whistle pierces the desolate silence, echoing a call of resilience and defiance. They are survivors, a flickering flame in a world consumed by darkness.
Devs Choo Choo Survivor story
Zombies are everywhere.
A locomotive seems like a great idea to get from A to B.
Ok lets drive the loco.
Ok there are too many zombies. Bring out the guns.
BOOM BOOM. BANG BANG.
Train gets to safety.
Hooray.
That was actually fun. Let’s do it again!