SigLab Gameplay Rules

The SigLab is a cooperative game that simulates railway operations and signalling. These rules provide the framework for gameplay and learning.

Basic Concepts

Game Objective

• Safely operate trains

• Follow signalling rules

• Complete scenarios

• Learn railway operations

Player Roles

• Train Operator

• Signal Operator

• Route Setter

• Safety Inspector

Game Setup

Initial Setup

1. Arrange track layout

2. Position signals

3. Set up switches

4. Place trains

Player Preparation

1. Assign roles

2. Review rules

3. Understand signals

4. Plan operations

Core Rules

Movement Rules

• Trains move in discrete steps

• Follow signal aspects

• Respect speed limits

• Maintain safe distances

Signal Rules

• Obey signal aspects

• Understand warnings

• Follow route signals

• Check clearing points

Safety Rules

• Maintain block separation

• Verify switch positions

• Check train status

• Monitor movements

Game Flow

Turn Structure

1. Signal Operator's turn

2. Route Setter's turn

3. Train Operator's turn

4. Safety Inspector's check

Action Sequence

1. Check signals

2. Set routes

3. Move trains

4. Verify safety

Signal Aspects

Main Signals

• Red: Stop

• Yellow: Prepare to stop

• Green: Proceed

Distant Signals

• Yellow: Warning

• Green: Clear

Route Signals

• Route indication

• Speed limits

• Direction control

Train Operations

Movement Control

• Discrete steps

• Speed limits

• Direction changes

• Coupling operations

Safety Procedures

• Block checking

• Signal verification

• Route confirmation

• Position tracking

Game Mechanics

Block System

• Block boundaries

• Train separation

• Signal control

• Safety spacing

Route Setting

• Switch operation

• Route selection

• Signal coordination

• Movement planning

Scoring System

Safety Points

• Proper signalling

• Safe operations

• Correct procedures

• Emergency handling

Efficiency Points

• Timely movement

• Route optimization

• Resource management

• Problem solving

Game End

Victory Conditions

• Scenario completion

• Safety maintained

• Objectives met

• Learning achieved

Defeat Conditions

• Safety violation

• Signal violation

• Block violation

• Time exceeded

Advanced Rules

Complex Scenarios

• Multiple trains

• Complex routes

• Time pressure

• Special conditions

Special Rules

• Emergency procedures

• Maintenance operations

• Special trains

• Weather conditions

Next Steps

1. Review Gameplay Mechanics

2. Check Example Scenarios

3. Set up your first game

4. Begin learning