With the driving of the golden spike in 1869, the first transcontinental railroad was completed in the United States. But, it was merely the beginning of a rapid expansion of railways that would crisscross the entire country. In Whistle Stop, you`ll make your way west across the country, using your fledgling railroad company to build routes, pick up valuable cargo, and deliver needed goods to growing towns, creating a network of `Whistle Stops` that you and your competitors can leverage as you continue to expand your networks. Along the way, you`ll gain shares in other railroads and watch your reputation soar with each successful delivery before making a final push to complete long hauls to the boom towns of the West.