- Train Sim World 5 - Free Starter Pack & Pre-Order Bundles! - 28 August 2024
If you missed our Dovetail Direct livestream, we’re excited to announce the upcoming release of Train Sim World 5! Releasing on September 17th 2024 with a range of high value bundles, and including a Free Starter Pack that will allow both new players and existing players to get into Train Sim World 5 with Training Centre for free on launch and brining their TSW compatible collection along with them. Pre-order Standard, Deluxe or Special Edition now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2967990/Train_Sim_World_5/ Free Starter Pack - Coming on September 17th We love being closely involved across the many TSW communities, and we’ve come to understand that for many players, there’s a growing desire for a more accessible entry point to jump into the latest version of Train Sim World. We’re very excited and proud to reveal that this year, we’re providing a free opportunity to get onto the newes…
- Steam Spring Sale Now On! - 16 March 2023
Spring is here, and with it are some huge discounts across the Steam Store for you to enjoy. To celebrate the arrival of Spring we have a giant sale across the Steam store, massive discounts on Train Sim World and Train Sim Classic fan favourites are yours to enjoy. Thinking of getting started with our games? Looking for a new route to explore? Had that locomotive on your Wishlist for a while? Well now is the perfect time to get started or expand your collection! Head to the Steam store to find out more! Let's take a look at a selection of some of the most exciting bargains available for Train Sim World throughout this awesome sale. Already play Train Sim World 3 and looking for something new? We have a plethora of content for you to enjoy with some of our favourite Train Sim World 3’s Add-Ons from across the World at amazing prices. We have also looked back at the huge catalogue of Tra…
- Train Sim World 3 - South Eastern and Cajon Preview Stream - 2 September 2022
Join Matt and JD as they go over the improvements coming with the Southeastern High-Speed Extension, a tour of the Cajon Pass route, and a breakdown of all you need to know about Train Sim World 3! There is time stamps to the video if there is something in particular you want to see from the stream. Train Sim World 3 Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition are available to pre-order now on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox (Deluxe Only), and Epic Games Store. When you pre-order on your selected store you will have 4-day Early Access to Train Sim World 3 as well as a bonus decal pack to use within the livery editor to share on Creators Club, the home of player customization in Train Sim World. Regional Editions will also be available to purchase on September the 6th.
- Train Sim World 3 - What You Need To Know - 2 September 2022
Early Access for Train Sim World 3 kicks off tomorrow (Friday, September 2nd), with launch hitting on Tuesday, September 6th. So we’ve collated as much as possible about both Early Access and Launch, from release times, to Progress Transfer. Please give it a read, as it has important information for all players. Early Access times and release times We’re all very excited for you to get your hands on Train Sim World 3 – for those of you who have pre-ordered the Standard or Deluxe Editions of the game, you’ll be able to play 96 hours (4 days) before anyone else on that platform. Below you’ll find the times we expect Early Access to go live on Friday, September 2nd. We expect launch to follow the same timeframes as below, on Tuesday, September 6th. Note: these times are subject to change, based on the platform owners activating on their respective platforms. If you need to update it to you…
- Train Sim World 3 - Freedom, Power, Weather and South Eastern - 1 September 2022
Here we have all the links to the recent dev diary videos and articles, also the article all about South Eastern High Speed. Freedom Article Power Article Weather Article Southeastern High Speed Deep Dive Article
- Progress Transfer Update - Train Sim World 2 To Train Sim World 3 - 1 September 2022
Hello everyone, The team have been hard at work over the past few weeks, and we’re happy to confirm that Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam players will be able to transfer their Train Sim World 2 progress over to their Train Sim World 3 game from Early Access this Friday (2nd September). This includes: Driver Profile and levels completed on existing content Livery Designer creations Scenario Planner creations Creators Club uploads How to transfer your progress: Open up Train Sim World 3 Log into your Dovetail Live Account Select ‘Import Existing Profile’ when you first log in Once this is done, on your first log-in you’ll be asked if you want to select ‘Beginner’ and go straight into the Training part of TSW3, or you can select ‘Experienced’ and jump straight to the menu if you’ve played before. If you’d like to import your profile later on, you can – as shown on the images below. Note: if y…
- Your Train Sim World 3 - 16 August 2022
Get ready to master the machine and battle the elements on September 6th with Train Sim World 3, available on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Xbox Game Pass and Epic Games Store. Over the coming weeks, we want to talk about and show you more from Train Sim World 3. We are creating a short series of dev-blogs that will give you more details and insights into the new features coming with Train Sim World 3, highlighting the hard work that’s gone into building them! This week we talk about the all-new Training Center, UI changes, and what’s happening to all the add-ons you currently own for Train Sim World 2. Read on to find out more and watch the dev-blog to hear from the Dovetail Games team: A new place to learn Operating a train is tough and the trains in Train Sim World 3 are as close to the real thing as we can get. This is why we have introduced the new Training Center, a safe environment w…
- Train Sim World 3 Part 1 & 2 Roadmap 11th August 2022 - 11 August 2022
Here is the first Roadmap of TSW3, because of the size of the Roadmap we have split it into two sections which are linked bellow : Part 1 Part 1 of the Roadmap Part 2 Part 2 of the RoadMap We’ll be covering the routes, locos, and UI within Train Sim World 3in Part 1, and Part 2 we’ll talk about the new feature set – and our Roadmap stream will take place (Thursday 11th August), where we’ll try to cover as much as we can from Parts 1 and 2! 395014 leads a 12-car set from Ashford Depot ahead of the evening rush on High Speed 1 ICE 1 and ICE 3 Meet on the Kassel - Würzburg. BNSF ES44C4 locomotive looks at first glance like any other wide comfort-cab US heavy freight locomotive – but looks can be deceiving. It has a little unique trick up its sleeve. TSW 3 New UI Home Screen. The New Training Center Please join us tonight on YouTube and Twitch (Thursday, August 11th), where we’ll discuss th…
- Master The Machine with Train Sim World 3 - 9 August 2022
The future of Train Sim World is coming. Get ready to master the machine and battle the elements on September 6th with Train Sim World 3, available on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Xbox Game Pass and Epic Games Store. Train Sim World 3 features a brand-new dynamic weather system with volumetric skies, all powered by a new lighting system. Drive your loco through the extremes of weather such as heavy snow and thunderstorms! Standard Edition includes three route expansions, nine high-powered locomotives, including BNSF for the first time in Train Sim World, and much more. Experience the thrill of 280km/h with the ICE 1 in Schnellfahrstrecke Kassel-Würzburg, Train Sim World’s longest route to date, conquer American mountains with the 4400-horsepower ES44C4 in Cajon Pass, and travel on Britain’s fastest train, the Class 395 ‘Javelin’, in an expanded Southeastern High Speed that now includes Ash…
- Train Sim World 2 - Update Notes - 2nd August 2022 - 2 August 2022
Today we're releasing a fix to the derailment issues we've seen across the game. Initially we released a patch to help with derailments on Spirit of Steam and this has had an adverse knock-on effect to other areas of the game which was unintended, the patch today should fix and improve derailments and prevent these issues from happening. This patch is expected to go live at 13:00 UTC (14:00 BST) on all platforms. Core Improvements Fixed an issue that caused derailments so you can stay on track with your experiences. Please keep us updated if you experience any derailments after this update. The update will download automatically for owners when it becomes available. Players should allow at least 24 hours after restarting Steam, EPIC Game Store, or their console for the update to appear and before contacting Customer Support.
- Island Line 2022: BR Class 484 Out Now! - 25 July 2022
For the past 50 years, the Island Line, which traverses the Isle of Wight from the water-lapped Ryde Pier south to Shanklin, has been uniquely operated by otherwise life-expired London Underground tube stock. 1967 saw the introduction of the Standard Stock, given new life as the Class 485 and 486, which were then replaced in 1989 with the Class 483, itself formed from old 1938 Stock. being over 80 years old though, the 483s were in dire need of a replacement. The tradition of using ex-Underground stock would continue, but in a way that would rock the boat for the line as it was. An order for 5 Vivarail D-Trains, rebuilt and modernised vehicles from the District Line D78 Stock, was placed. Being sub-surface trains, this saw the line overhauled to accommodate the new taller fleet. Platforms were rebuilt, track was altered, new signalling was installed. Following months of upgrades and tes…
- Train Sim World 2 - Update Notes - 7th July 2022 - 7 July 2022
After the announcement of the new Island Line 2022: BR Class 484 Add-on from Rivet Games that will be coming on July 19th, we’re sharing information on the accompanying free upgrade to the original Isle of Wight route which includes updated water textures used in Rivet’s West Cornwall route, audio tweaks and various graphical fixes. Note: This update will release later than other platforms for PlayStation Isle of Wight: Ryde - Shanklin Route Add-On Class 483: Just like the hills across Shanklin that go up and down, we’ve upped the flange squeal audio to be louder and turned down the volume of the door warning audio. Gangway door hitbox reduced to prevent it getting in the way when opened. Added emergency break toggle on backspace. Reduced player camera rotation. Passengers will now move more easiily in and out of trains. Removed Guard Panel cameras. IOW Gameplay: All passengers will now…
- Train Sim World 2 - Roadmap Update 5th July 2022 - 5 July 2022
Hello, folks. As we move into summer, we have a similarly British Summer surprise for you coming from Rivet Games – as part of this Roadmap, we’ve asked the team at Rivet to tell you a little more about it. Also, we have good news on the Xbox ‘Jackhammer’ Audio issue, an update on other things we’re working on, an introduction to a new member of the team, and a special Development Deep Dive talking about how we develop gameplay for our routes. Enjoy! What’s changed this month? As we announced earlier, the Island Line 2022: BR Class 484 Add-on from Rivet Games will be coming to Train Sim World 2 on July 19th. Read on below to find out more from the Rivet team about the project – whilst you can find all the important details here Various items have been removed from the Roadmap as they’ve been released, including the Xbox Jackhammer fix, Great Western Express, West Somerset Railway, and N…
- Island Line 2022: BR Class 484 Coming Soon! - 5 July 2022
Rivet Games’ Island Line 2022: BR Class 484 is coming to Train Sim World 2 on July 19 and also includes a modern-day version of the Isle of Wight: Ryde – Shanklin route. Any trouble loading this article? View it on our website: https://live.dovetailgames.com/live/train-sim-world/articles/article/br-class-484-coming-soon?_ga=2.104220800.1004710650.1656923154-794232330.1655714919 Due to the unreliability of the ageing Class 483s, an order was placed for five Vivarail D-Trains, rebuilt and modernised vehicles from the District Line D78 Stock Class. Following months of upgrades and testing, the new BR Class 484 entered service in November 2021. These 2-car EMUs retain their Underground soul, but are also kitted out with modern cabs, revised interiors, digital destination displays, and new headlights. Compared to the previous Class 483s, the new Class 484 trains sit higher above rail level,…
- Train Sim World 2 - Update Notes - 27th June 2022 - 27 June 2022
Today we’re sharing a long-awaited fix for the Xbox “Jackhammer” audio issue and some additional fixes. For users on Xbox who have been affected we thank you for being extremely patient while we worked to a solution, and we are happy to announce it now functions as originally intended! In addition to this, we’ve fixed an issue for Railfan shots uploading on Xbox, stutter when using controllers, as well as refuelling on multiple routes and scenarios. We also have further improvements from previous preservation crew updates on West Somerset Railway and Ruhr-Sieg Nord. Core Improvements Fixed Xbox ‘Jackhammer’ issue, so audio across all routes should function as originally intended. Xbox players will not need to redownload their Add-ons for this to take effect. Fixed an issue meaning players couldn't refuel across multiple routes and scenarios. Fixed an issue preventing upload of Creators…
- Train Sim World 2 - Update Notes - 20th June 2022 - 21 June 2022
Today we’re bringing you the next Preservation Crew update to Train Sim World 2, as well as some other goodies. As well as the ‘Large’ Great Western Express, ‘Medium’ Northern Trans-Pennine, and ‘Small’ West Somerset Railway Preservation Crew releases, we’ve also added our first batch of Livery Designer logo decals, an improvement to derailing (specifically for Spirit of Steam, but also effective across other routes too), and some new vending machines on some stations’ platforms (of which there will be more information soon!) As this is a large update, we’ve bolded the headline changes for navigational purposes. Core improvements Added first batch of Licensed logos to Livery Designer, including... GWR Rhätische Bahn MDV Great Northern Avanti West Coast Thameslink Gatwick Express Southern Union Pacific West Midlands Railway VTG VVO Improvements to loco physics when coupling This is prima…
- Train Sim World 2 - Spirit Of Steam Out Now! - 31 May 2022
Giant plumes of smoke, the clanking of moving pistons, and the blast of a whistle can mean only one thing. Spirit of Steam: Liverpool Lime Street- Crewe has arrived for Train Sim World 2! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490119/Train_Sim_World_2_Spirit_of_Steam_Liverpool_Lime_Street__Crewe_Route_AddOn/ Arriving at your nearest platform is Spirit of Steam, transporting you back in time into the hustle and bustle of 1950’s Northeast England. So, climb aboard the footplate of a steam locomotive for the first time in Train Sim World 2, raise some steam, and feel the power of these incredible machines in your hands. The majesty of a steam locomotive has captured the imagination of people of all ages for hundreds of years, many dream of getting to grips with the controls and becoming a train driver, Spirit of Steam allows you to realise that dream from the comfort of your own living room.…
- Midweek Madness - now live! - 23 May 2022
Steam Midweek Madness sale is now live on Steam from May 23rd – May 26th and features lots of Train Sim World add-ons available with great discounts! As well as the great add-ons featured in the Midweek Madness trailer, we also have plenty of other routes and locos for you to add to your collection. Take a look at some of the highlights below: East Coastway: Brighton - Eastbourne & Seaford – 60% Clinchfield Railroad: Elkhorn – Dante – 60% West Cornwall Local: Penzance - St Austell & St Ives – 50% DB G6 Diesel Shunter – 20% Rush Hour: Nahverkehr Dresden – 50% https://store.steampowered.com/app/1282590/Train_Sim_World_2/ Railfan TV Schedule The Railfan TV team will be live each day of the Midweek Madness Sale starting at 18:00 BST every day on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook and Steam! Joins us with a preview of the upcoming Spirit of Steam and exclusive videos from The British Ace, MEGASIM, Dr…
- SPIRIT OF STEAM - TAKING STOCK - 18 May 2022
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1490119/Train_Sim_World_2_Spirit_of_Steam_Liverpool_Lime_Street__Crewe_Route_AddOn/ Set in the bustling and industrious Northwest of England during the 1950s, Spirit of Steam: Liverpool Lime Street - Crewe is home to plenty of interesting and varied rolling stock. We take a look at the what you will encounter as you explore this historic route. Transporting you into a different era of railway history, Setting the scene, and creating a true-to-life experience often relies on the route's key locations, stations, and landmarks to immerse you in that snapshot of history. With Spirit of Steam an additional dimension was required to achieve this level of immersion. Due to the route's proximity to the busy docks and heavy industry of the Northwest, and connecting to West Coast Mainline, freight services are a regular sight throughout the day, so an eclectic m…
- Spirit Of Steam Arriving Soon! - 10 May 2022
The raw power of some of British Railway's most iconic locomotives is in your hands, you will experience the soot, sounds, and joy of the romantic steam era. Stepping back into the 1950s, you are transported into the industrial Northwest of England with Spirit of Steam: Liverpool Lime Street – Crewe, coming to Train Sim World 2 on May 31st! Working hard on busy passenger and freight services through historic Merseyside and Cheshire you can look forward to an entirely new simulation experience. With the introduction of Steam locomotives to Train Sim World 2, this will be like nothing you have driven before. Master the art of steam simulation, the firebox, and the boiler, creating the ultimate balancing act to keep these machines alive and powerful. Learn the finesse and rhythm of each locomotive to determine your speed and keep to the timetable, with no modern comforts to rely on, the on…
