[TF3] [10 Point] [Sheet]

Just a small human note — sharing the basics I picked up while learning the game.

Ten Points + one page

1. Place HQ wisely Your headquarters affects early finances, company rank, and long‑term upgrades.
2. Use loans early, not late TF3 expects early borrowing; it’s safer to build momentum than to wait.
3. Understand town growth Towns expand only when supplied correctly — districts + goods = population movement.
4. Districts matter Public transport must match district layout; wrong routing slows growth.
5. Depots + maintenance Vehicles degrade; maintenance timing affects reliability and profit.
6. Line Manager is your core tool Passenger and cargo lines live or die by balancing frequency, load, and route logic.
7. Cargo chains are stricter now TF3 demands clean supply chains — mismatched flows create bottlenecks fast.
8. Ships + warehouses = early stability Water routes and transfer hubs smooth out early‑game logistics.
9. Railway building is step‑based Track → signals → stations → trains → line setup. Missing a step breaks the route.
10. Subsidies are free money Early subsidies can stabilize your economy while routes mature.

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1. Headquarters Placement Your HQ affects early finances, company rank, and long‑term upgrades. Place it with intention.

2. Early Loans TF3 expects early borrowing. Use loans to build momentum rather than waiting for cash flow.

3. Town Growth Logic Towns only expand when districts receive the right supplies. Growth is supply‑driven, not passive.

4. Districts & Transit Public transport must match district layout. Good routing = faster town development.

5. Depots & Maintenance Vehicles degrade over time. Maintenance timing directly affects reliability and profit.

6. Line Manager This is the heart of TF3. Balance frequency, load, and route logic for both passengers and cargo.

7. Cargo Chains TF3 is stricter than TF2. Balanced flows prevent bottlenecks and stalled industries.

8. Ships & Warehouses Water routes and transfer hubs stabilize early logistics and smooth out supply chains.

9. Rail Building Steps Track → signals → stations → trains → line setup. Missing a step breaks the route.

10. Subsidies Early subsidies provide crucial financial support while routes mature.