Critical Reaction
Your Spectrum reviewed Southern Belle in October 1985, giving an average rating of 5 out of 10. The reviewers felt that Belle made a welcome change from space games and had intuitive controls, but was ultimately lacking in excitement.
Electron User reviewed Southern Belle in May 1986, giving an overall score of 7 out of 10. The reviewer praised the title's originality but questioned if it could hold the attention of gamers who were not railway enthusiasts.
Zzap!64 reviewed Southern Belle in July 1986, giving an overall score of 88%. The reviewer concluded: "A superb simulation of a dull subject".
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