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SimRail CD 163 Series DLC launch

[p]Dear RailFans [/p][p]Today is a very important day! [/p][p]The long-awaited SimRail: CD 163 Series DLC has just arrived at the final station![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]The ČD 163 “Peršing” DLC brings one of Central Europe’s most iconic electric locomotives to SimRail. Designed for players who appreciate classic railway engineering, this locomotive offers a rewarding driving experience focused on smooth power control, precise braking and immersion.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Faithfully recreated with a fully interactive cab, realistic traction behavior and authentic audio, the ČD 163 captures the unmistakable character of a locomotive that served for decades in regular operation with České Dráhy. Equally at home on passenger duties and freight services, “Peršing” is a versatile addition to any SimRail collection and a perfect choice for drivers who value realism and atmosphere.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Don't miss it![/p][p][/p][p]SimRail Team[/p]

SimRail Update - 22.01.2026

[p]Dear Players,[/p][p]We're just getting started on a very exciting weekend! [/p][p]Today we're releasing a game update containing numerous improvements, fixes, and new features you've been asking for—including save games (still in beta stage).[/p][p][/p][p]Inside you will find new:[/p][p] vehicles suspension[/p][p] vegetation & lighting[/p][p] motion blur[/p][p] modernized single player scenarios[/p][p] game saves*[/p][p] higher performance[/p][p] & more. [/p][p][/p][p]Additionally, the mission editor and Steam Workshop have been unlocked - now you can share your scenarios with other players![/p][p][/p][p]Full changelog is available on our forum: [/p][p]https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/11951-update-22012026/[/p][p][/p][p]Coming Sunday, we'll release a new DLC too – the CD 163 locomotive![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Jump on board with us and don't miss any new features![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]And as always - we will be very grateful for all feedback and reported bugs! [/p][p][/p][p]Cheers![/p][p]SimRail Team[/p][p][/p][p]* - game saves are still in beta stage. It will be possible to load saves from the game's main menu after the servers update at midnight CET.[/p]

SimRail Update Beta - 14.01.2026

[p]Dear Players,[/p][p]We have just released new SimRail **beta version **on Steam! [/p][p]You can check it out by switching branch in Steam game settings to __next_sp__.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Inside you will find new:[/p][p] vehicles suspension[/p][p] vegetation[/p][p] motion blur[/p][p] modernized single player scenarios[/p][p] game saves[/p][p] higher performance[/p][p] & more. [/p][p]**This build will not contain multiplayer mode.**[/p][p][/p][p]Changelog is available on forum: [/p][p]https://forum.simrail.eu/topic/11832-update-next-14012026/[/p][p][/p][p]And as always - we will be very grateful for all feedback and reported bugs! [/p][p][/p][p]Cheers![/p][p]SimRail Team[/p]

SimRail Christmas Roadmap

[p][/p][p]The entire SimRail & SimKol team wishes you a Merry Christmas. [/p][p]We remind you that the Steam Winter Sale is ongoing, where you can purchase SimRail and all DLCs for 35% off. [/p][p]Santa Claus brought some news about the upcoming new releases. [/p][p][/p][p] January:[/p][p] DLC 163 series locomotive release & big core game update[/p][p] SimRail launch on Xbox Series X/S (6.01 pre-order, 13.01 release)[/p][p][/p][p] February:[/p][p] New route launch - Łódź Voivodeship DLC and new EMU train (model to be announced soon )[/p][p][/p][p]Stay tuned. [/p][p][/p]

Patch 16.09.2025

STOCK
  • ED250: body surface smoothed (missing in the last update)
  • Fixed angular characteristic of light source of headlights - better range and visibility
  • Better visibility of head- and tail lights from far away
  • Fixed desynchronization of channel selector in Radmor device's when changing a radio channel in LUA (#4071)
  • Fixed headlight effect in the fog
  • 4E: added control circuits to resistors relays according to 303E scheme for vehicles with halogen headlights (gray cabin)
  • 4E: fixed instrument lights supplied by battery/converter
  • 4E: fixed control of second cabin light with the switch
  • 4E: fixed disabling of radio in the second vehicle in multiple operation
  • 4E: fixed 12th drive position (#3829)
  • Removed redundant textures from models E6ACTa-014, 027 i EN76-022
  • Fixed bug with ETCS L2 applying emergency braking when starting mission and exiting station to ABS and passing balise with speed above 25 kph


SCENERY
  • W6a and W6b (horn) signs updated to current laws in Poland
  • Changes in buildings around test track
  • Added experimental platforms' lights with enhanced range
  • Optimisation of reloading of terrain parts
  • Fixed work of train crossings


DISPATCHER
  • Fixed problem with clicking on screens after using a tutorial (#4065)
  • Fixed and added default routes in stations Łódź Widzew and Łazy Ła
  • Fixed bug with spawning on roof of signalbox


SINGLEPLAYER
  • Scenario weather system update
  • DLC Cargo Pack mission updates
  • Tutorial updates - without visible changes for users
  • Headlight dimming by bots when passing a player's train or entering platforms added
  • Added possibility to use routes with both "kps" and "bl" suffixes
  • Scenario help descriptions updated
  • Occasionally broken scenario TLK Katowice - Kraków fixed
  • Disabling readme opening in LUA scenarios when debug menu (F8) is opened (#4081)
  • Fixed alternative scoring option (multiplayer points in singleplayer)
  • Fixed bug with direction of cabin and radio after coupling and uncoupling of trainsets
  • PlayAudioClip can trigger an event after finishing the sound (#4074)
  • Fixed name of EarlyScenarioStart function in empty template for LUA scenario (#4080)


MULTIPLAYER
  • Headlight dimming by bots when passing a player's train or entering platforms added
  • VD compares train and track length


OTHER
  • Added decyminute (0,1 of min) visible in timetable GUI panel
  • Preliminary simulation of W22 indicator on ABS Signals
  • HUD: fixed speed of exit on substitute signal to ABS
  • Changed lightning effect
  • Changed apperance of clouds
  • Update of copying code for track triggers in LUA debug menu (#4073)
  • Fixed centering of mouse after rotating the camera


Known issue: no textures for buildings on the square in the Koluszki area (pabianice_rogow_terrain_x86_z326).