### *Monster Train 2* Announced with Free Demo Available Now

A follow-up to *Monster Train* has just been announced, reintroducing the cherished and extremely engaging roguelike deckbuilder. To make things even more exciting, a **free PC demo** is now available for players to experience. As the weekend draws near, productivity might significantly decline for enthusiasts of the original title.

#### A Look Back at *Monster Train*

Crafted by indie developer **Shiny Shoe**, the original *Monster Train* (released in 2020) tasked players with defending the Pyre aboard a train navigating through Hell. By selecting from five distinct clans, each boasting unique abilities, players fought the forces of Heaven across three vertical tiers while assembling a deck of potent cards to rekindle Hell’s flames.

#### *Monster Train 2* Takes the Battle to Heaven

In *Monster Train 2*, the adventure shifts dramatically—this time, players will be **racing through Heaven** rather than Hell. The mission? To thwart the powerful Titans from annilihating the world by reaching their homeland, the Abyss. In a surprising twist, Heaven and Hell have entered into a tenuous partnership, introducing new gameplay elements and strategic options.

The sequel will present:
– **New adversaries** to test players
– **New clans to play**, in addition to returning favorites
– **New card categories**, including:
– **Room Cards**, which bolster specific levels on the train
– **Equipment Cards**, which enhance individual units
– **Train personalization**, allowing players to adjust their engine for unique advantages
– **Endless mode**, for those who never wish for the adventure to conclude

#### Huge Discount on the Original *Monster Train*

For anyone who hasn’t experienced the initial game, this is the perfect opportunity to dive in. *Monster Train* is currently **90% off on Steam**, priced at just **$2.49**—the lowest cost it has ever been. Moreover, the **Last Divinity DLC**, which brings the Wurmkin clan into play, is also discounted at **$1.79**. With such an abundance of strategic depth and replayability, this offer is too good to miss.

#### Release Date and Platforms

*Monster Train 2* is slated for a **”soon”** release on **PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC**. With this and *Slay the Spire 2* on the way, 2025 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for fans of roguelike deckbuilders.

Time to climb aboard and start constructing that deck! 🚂🔥