Since the 21st, Steam has been hosting a festival dedicated to all things trains and rail transit. Amidst the flurry of simulations and casual titles grabbing the spotlight, a fresh release that hit the platform on the 15th, Denshattack!, has been making waves and earning high praise from players right in the middle of the event.

Developed by the indie outfit Undercoders, Denshattack! is an arcade action title that sees you tearing across a futuristic Japan on the back of a train. The protagonist, Emi, a humble ramen delivery person, evolves into a 'Denshattacker' through high-speed racing and technical challenges. As Emi traverses the country, the character faces off against a wild cast of bosses, ranging from local gangs and rival Denshattackers to mecha magical girls and mechanical bugs.

The game’s core hook lies in the flashy trick action performed on the tracks. You rack up points by pulling off jumps, kickflips, and grinds—manoeuvres typically seen on skateboards, now adapted for trains. Certain boss encounters even force you to master these tricks to overcome unique environmental gimmicks. It is all wrapped in a vibrant, cel-shaded art style that evokes memories of Jet Set Radio or Hi-Fi RUSH, perfectly complemented by a punchy, punk-rock aesthetic.

As of the 21st, just a week after its launch, Denshattack! boasts an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating, with 98% of its 1,045 reviews singing its praises. Players are drawing comparisons to the trick-heavy gameplay of SSX or the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater series, noting how well it blends those mechanics with a Jet Set Radio vibe. While many are enamoured with the challenging stages, the dystopian cel-shaded visuals, and the killer punk-rock soundtrack, some users have pointed out that the complex command inputs required for high scores might prove a bit of a barrier for newcomers.

Elsewhere on the Steam top-sellers chart, Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon has surged to 8th place following a 50% discount timed with the festival. Halo: Campaign Evolved climbed to 6th, while Funnel Runners slipped down to 10th.

In the daily peak Concurrent Players chart, Palworld is holding firm in 2nd place with 820,115 players, successfully maintaining its momentum above the 800,000 mark despite the usual weekend dip. Meanwhile, Taskbar Hero, which once flirted with 500,000 players, has seen a steady decline since the 17th, dropping below the 300,000 mark to land at around 270,000 as of the 21st.