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About Beholder: Conductor
In Beholder: Conductor you assume the role of senior conductor aboard the Determination Bringer, a celebrated train that traverses the nation. Your duty is to keep order in the carriage you manage, watching passengers and acting on any rule violations.
The game blends adventure, simulation and strategy as you monitor, report, search and, if needed, eject travelers. Progress is tied to secret missions, loyalty to the Ministry, and choices that affect both passengers and colleagues, shaping the conductor you become.
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Role and Responsibilities
You are appointed senior conductor of the Determination Bringer, a train that visits cities across the country. Your primary task is maintaining order in the carriage assigned to you. The game asks you to monitor every passenger, decide how to handle fare‑evaders, and report any suspicious activity, reinforcing the mantra that the conductor is always right.
- Focus on early detection of fare‑evaders to reduce later complications.
- Keep a mental note of repeated offenders for quicker decisions.
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Tools and Actions
Your toolkit includes reporting, intimidation, searches and ejection. You may search baggage and call police if prohibited items are found. Intimidation can be used to influence passenger behavior. These actions are central to gameplay, allowing you to enforce rules, manage threats, and maintain the train’s reputation.
- Use intimidation sparingly to avoid escalating conflicts.
- Document searches thoroughly to support later reports.
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Train Access and Areas
As you progress, you gain access to the dining car, VIP compartments and other high‑ranking sections where officials and industrialists travel. These areas introduce new passenger types and higher stakes. Monitoring colleagues in these zones is also required; you must report any bribery or transport of banned goods you observe.
- Prioritize checking VIP sections for hidden contraband.
- Watch for colleagues accepting bribes to stay ahead of internal threats.
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Secret Missions and Smuggling
Earning the Ministry’s trust unlocks secret missions whose secrecy level reflects your loyalty. Completion can bring bonuses or promotions. Smugglers appear along the route, offering risky but profitable packages. Deciding whether to transport or confiscate these goods creates moral dilemmas that shape the story’s outcome.
- Weigh the profit of smuggled goods against potential penalties.
- Complete secret missions early to secure promotions.
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Platform and Features
Beholder: Conductor runs on Windows and macOS, supporting single‑player mode, Steam achievements, full controller support, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. These features enhance accessibility and replay value. The game’s indie development by Alawar ensures a focused experience without additional platform requirements.
- Enable Steam Cloud to keep progress across devices.
- Try controller support for a different interaction feel.
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