Surviving the Tricore Gameplay - On Foot: Develper Diary 3

16 Jan 2026Developer post

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Welcome Back Conductors!

Today we’re going to go over what happens once you’ve identified a Point of Interest you want to stop at. Once the train has stopped, a timer starts as the battery is no longer charging, giving you limited time to get into whatever facility you’ve stopped at, gather rations and resources and get back out before the battery drains.

Each facility is guarded by a defence force of robots, guardians who will do all they can to prevent you from leaving with the spoils, so you’ll need to deal with them, and every second is a second closer to your train's battery being empty

So, let’s get into it shall we?

EverRail Conductor’s Manual, Chapter III: Expeditions

Section C: The Cold Walk

“Out there, the cold is a killer. The clock is your enemy. And the train won’t wait forever.”

Primary Directive: Scavenge Fast, Return Faster

When the train halts, you enter the Expedition Phase. Every second outside burns battery. You must gather, fight, and craft under pressure—then get back before the train powers down or pulls away.

Mission Priorities:
- Secure food, tech scrap, and rare materials.
- Neutralize threats quickly—don’t linger in firefights.
Environmental Threats:
- Blizzards, and low visibility.
- Hostile factions of robots.
- The cold can freeze your suit systems.

Battery Window

Your expedition time is dictated by stored battery levels. Overstay, and the train begins emergency shutdown. Miss your return window, and you’re left behind.