Beholder: Conductor has arrived on mobile platforms, offering players a new perspective on the series' signature dystopian management gameplay. The title is currently available for free via the Epic Games Store on both iOS and Android.
Gameplay and Objectives
Unlike previous entries in the series that focused on landlord management, Beholder: Conductor tasks players with operating the "Determination Bringer," a luxurious train serving a tyrannical regime. Players must balance daily operations and cabin maintenance while navigating the political pressures of the government.
A core element of the experience involves monitoring passengers to report "crimes," such as fare dodging or the possession of prohibited items. However, the game allows for player agency; you can choose to report individuals, remain quiet, or make decisions that directly influence the narrative outcome. Mismanagement or failing to adhere to the regime's expectations can lead to an untimely end at the hands of the secret police.
Quick Facts
- Platform: iOS and Android
- Availability: Free on the Epic Games Store
- Core Loop: Manage train operations while deciding the fate of passengers under an authoritarian government