GuideRail
Your Steam Backlog, On Track
What is GuideRail?
The average Steam user has more games than they can imagine. Without structure, a large library makes it hard to choose which path to take next — creating anxiety because of all these games stacked up.
GuideRail turns a Steam library into a map to help players visualize, organize, and actually make progress on their backlog.
Games become stations to start your journey. Progress becomes distance traveled. The software manages the backlog, making it less stressful, and helps players answer the simplest question: what should I play next?
Who is it for?
- Casual players who buy games on sale and forget them
- Dedicated players juggling multiple titles
- Returning players who lost track of something they started
Users need clarity and a low-friction starting point. GuideRail requires only a Steam username to get going. No account, no setup.
Key Features
Import Your Library
Enter your Steam username and we'll fetch your entire library with playtimes and metadata.
Railway Visualization
View your games as stations on the Main Line, Branch Lines, Sidetracks, and Rail Yard.
ETA Calculator
See when you'll finish your backlog based on your current playing pace.
Manage Your Games
Add notes, set status, and create custom categories for your games.
Backup & Restore
Export all your annotations as JSON and restore them anytime.
No Setup Required
All data stored locally. No account, no backend, just your backlog.
About The Team
The Conductors
Michael & Mubarak built GuideRail to solve a real problem: managing an overwhelming game backlog with clarity and purpose. Inspired by the simplicity and visual design of classic web interfaces, GuideRail brings organization to chaos.
GuideRail uses the Steam Web API to fetch game data. Data is stored locally in your browser.