Pain Points & Troubleshooting
This section is dedicated to resolving the specific friction points that lead to “network paralysis” or economic collapse in OpenTTD. Every entry here is designed to be a quick-fix guide for enthusiasts.
Signaling & Traffic Flow
- Signal Deadlocks: How to identify and fix trains facing each other.
- Junction Saturation: Techniques for preventing “The Great Clog” at main interchanges.
- Path Signal Transitions: Moving from legacy Block Signals to modern Path Logic.
Economic Friction
- The “No Profit” Trap: Why your long-distance coal line is losing money.
- Subsidy Management: How to prioritize subsidized routes without breaking your existing network.
- Inflation Management: Tips for senior players dealing with late-game price spikes.
Cargo & Industry
- Station Rating Drop: How to keep cargo waiting at the docks from vanishing.
- Primary Industry Closure: Strategies for when a crucial FIRS or WR Extra industry shuts down.
Collaborate
If you have a specific “pain point” not listed here, please Open an Issue on GitHub.