I think this is a pretty cool idea. In my mind, this would add a little bit more to the game. As I see you have listed some cons to this kind of solution, I also wonder what would happen if you were to, say, build a satellite base or house across those borders. Not quite sure what would happen if that server closed. I guess one solution would be to have a little popup on your screen listing the name of the server you are crossing into, so you can find it later. ...

I really love how y-lands has implemented the small steam engines, and ylandium engines into the game. When I first heard of the steam engine concept of the game, my brain shot directly to steam locomotives and railroads, along with your antique riverboat. A steam powered car didn't really come to mind. Not to say that a steam powered car was never a thing, but that's besides the point. I think a great use of the steam engine would be in the case...