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Apology: Unable to Play JR EAST Train Simulator via GeForce NOW

[p]Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator. [/p][p]Regarding play via GeForce NOW, JR EAST Train Simulator is currently unavailable. NVIDIA is currently investigating and making adjustments.[/p][p]We will inform you when it becomes playable. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.[/p][p]※For gameplay not via GeForce NOW, you can play as usual.[/p][p] The free trial version can still be played via GeForce NOW.[/p]

The Yokohama Line DLC will finally be released on Tuesday, October 28!

[p]Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator! We are pleased to announce that the Yokohama Line DLC will finally go on sale on Tuesday, October 26![/p][p][/p][h3]▢Yokohama Line DLC[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p]*The screen is under development and the contents may change from the time of release. [/p][p][/p][h3]Points of Appeal[/h3][h3]・You can operate between Ōfuna and Hachioji Stations, including the Negishi Line section![/h3][h3]・Implementation of in-vehicle announcements and driver voice during operation by active crew members(Handled by: Machida unification Center)![/h3][h3]・Automatic broadcasting and signal display randomization will also be implemented.![/h3][p]※Due to filming constraints, some trains will run on tracks different from the actual route.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]About the Route[/h3][p]The Yokohama Line is a 42.6 km railway connecting Higashi-Kanagawa Station in Yokohama and Hachiōji Station in Tōkyō.It began operation on September 23, 1908, by the Yokohama Railway.Company, originally for transporting raw silk.[/p][p]In addition to trains between Higashi-Kanagawa and Hachiōji, some services run directly to Sakuragichō and Ōfuna via the Keihin-Tōhoku/Negishi Line. Rapid services operate between Higashi-Kanagawa and Sagamihara from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM to improve convenience.[/p][p]All trains use 8-car E233-6000 series formations, featuring the line's distinctive yellow-green and green stripes and“YOKOHAMA LINE”logo. They are equipped with ATS-P (Yokohama Line) and digital ATC (Negishi Line), requiring drivers to handle different operating procedures. Frequent gradients and speed changes demand skilled notch control.[/p][p]Trains from Ōfuna travel via Ishikawachō (near Chinatown) and Yokohama Station (Kanagawa's largest), heading to Higashi-Kanagawa. From there, they pass Kikuna (Tōkyū Tōyoko Line), Shin-Yokohama (Tōkaidō Shinkansen, Tōkyū Shin-yokohama Line, Sotetsu Shin-yokohama Line, Yokohama Municipal Subway BLUE LINE), and residential areas in Midori Ward.After connecting with the Yokohama Municipal Subway GREEN LINE at Nakayama Station and the Tōkyū Den-en-toshi Line/Kodomonokuni Line at Nagatsuta Station, Naruse Station enters Tōkyō. It connects with Odakyū Odawara Line at Machida, Keiō Sagamihara Line and Sagami Line at Hashimoto, and Chūō and Hachikō Lines at Hachiōji.[/p][p]Enjoy the scenery as the train travels from Ōfuna to Hachiōji, weaving through residential and commercial districts along the way.
[/p][h3]Route Information[/h3]
  • [p]Section: Yokohama Line・Negishi Line  Outbound(Northbound) Ōfuna ⇒ Hachiōji[/p]
  • [p]Total length: 66.5km [/p]
  • [p]Number of Stations: 32[/p]
  • [p]Security equipment: D-ATC,ATS-P[/p]
[p][/p][h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3][p] Train Number:703K[/p]
  • [p]Type/Destination:Local train to Hashimoto(weekday)[/p]
  • [p]Section where you can drive:Higashi-Kanagawa(07:52)→Hashimoto(08:40)[/p]
  • [p]Type of train: Series E233-6000 8 cars[/p]
  • [p]Responsible for real voice train announcements: Machida unification center[/p][p][/p][p]Train Number:831K[/p]
  • [p]Type/Destination:Local train to Hachiōji(weekday)[/p]
  • [p]Section where you can drive:Isogo(08:27)→Hachiōji(09:43)[/p]
  • [p]Type of train: Series E233-6000 8 cars[/p]
  • [p]Responsible for real voice train announcements: Machida unification center[/p][p][/p][p]Train Number:835K[/p]
  • [p]Type/Destination:Local train to Hachiōji(weekday)[/p]
  • [p]Section where you can drive:Ōfuna(08:45)→Hachiōji(10:16)[/p]
  • [p]Type of train: Series E233-6000 8 cars[/p]
  • [p]Responsible for real voice train announcements: Machida unification center[/p][p]※This is the timetable as of November 2016.[/p][p][/p][p]Train Number:1005K[/p]
  • [p]Type/Destination:Local train to Hachiōji(weekday)[/p]
  • [p]Section where you can drive:Higashi-Kanagawa(10:20)→Hachiōji(11:22)[/p]
  • [p]Type of train: Series E233-6000 8 cars[/p]
  • [p]Responsible for real voice train announcements: Machida unification center[/p][p][/p][p]Train Number:4441K[/p]
  • [p]Type/Destination:Rapid train to Hachiōji(weekday)[/p]
  • [p]Section where you can drive:Sakuragichō(14:21)→Hachiōji(15:15)[/p]
  • [p]Type of train: Series E233-6000 8 cars[/p]
  • [p]Responsible for real voice train announcements: Machida unification center[/p][p][/p][p]※Due to filming constraints, departure/arrival tracks may differ from actual tracks on some timetables.[/p]
[p] [/p][h3]International sales price: US$26.99[/h3][p]The store page is open to the public.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]The following updates are planned to coincide with the release of the DLC.[/h3][p] 【E233 Series】[/p]
  • [p]We will add a smoked glass effect to the windshield.[/p]
[p]  (Target Route:All DLC of E233 Series) [/p][p][/p][p] 【E233 Series(Commuter type)】[/p]
  • [p]We will improve the motor noise.[/p][p](Target Route:Keihin-Tōhoku・Negishi Line Chūō Line(Rapid) Saikyō Kine・Kawagoe Line Keiyō Lne Nambu Line Ōme Line Each DLC)[/p]
[p] [/p][p]【Utsunomiya Line】[/p]
  • [p]We will correct the route of 4521Y.[/p][p][/p]
[p]【Hachikō Line】[/p]
  • [p]We will correct the cab display.[/p][p][/p]
[p]【Shōnan-Shinjuku Line】[/p]
  • [p]We will fix the sorting on the route selection screen.[/p]
[p][/p][p] Please look forward to the release date! [/p]

Next route to be distributed

[p]Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator![/p][p][/p][p]We hope you're enjoying the “Shōnan-Shinjuku Line” DLC, which began streaming on Friday, September 26th![/p][p]We are heartened by the many positive comments such as “It's great that direct service is available across three lines: the Utsunomiya Line, Shōnan-Shinjuku Line, and Yokosuka Line.” and “It's fun seeing so many trains passing by.” as well as everyone's candid reviews. Thank you for all the reviews and supportive comments we received this time as well.[/p][h3]Now then, we conducted a survey regarding the train simulator by September 28th. We sincerely thank everyone who took the time to respond![/h3][h3]Let's reveal the answer to the hint for the next route release related to this survey: What DLC did the phrase “a route that ranks in the top 3 routes you hope to see released in the future” represent?[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p] ・ [/p][p] ・ [/p][p] ・ [/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]All trains on this line are operated by the E233 series, with local trains stopping at every station and rapid trains also running. In addition to service within the line, some trains operate through to the Keihin-Tōhoku and Negishi Lines.[/h3][h3]The trains feature distinctive green and yellow-green stripes and are designated “JH” on route maps.[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][h3]By now, you all understand, right?[/h3][p][/p][h3] [/h3][h2]So, the next DLC will be "Yokohama Line"![/h2][h3][/h3][h3][/h3]
  • [p] Route: Yokohama Line・Negishi Line[/p]
  • [p] Section: Outbound(Northbound) Ōfuna Station ⇒ Hachiōji Station (66.5km)[/p]
  • [p] Series E233 - 6000 (8-car trains)[/p]
  • [p] Release date: Scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025[/p]
  • [p] Sales price: 3,480 yen[/p]
[p][/p][p]The Yokohama Line is a 42.6 km railway connecting Higashi-Kanagawa Station in Yokohama and Hachiōji Station in Tōkyō.It began operation on September 23, 1908, by the Yokohama Railway.Company, originally for transporting raw silk.[/p][p]In addition to trains between Higashi-Kanagawa and Hachiōji, some services run directly to Sakuragichō and Ōfuna via the Keihin-Tōhoku/Negishi Line. Rapid services operate between Higashi-Kanagawa and Sagamihara from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM to improve convenience.[/p][p]All trains use 8-car E233 series 6000-series formations, featuring the line's distinctive yellow-green and green stripes and“YOKOHAMA LINE”logo. They are equipped with ATS-P (Yokohama Line) and digital ATC (Negishi Line), requiring drivers to handle different operating procedures. Frequent gradients and speed changes demand skilled notch control.[/p][p]Trains from Ōfuna travel via Ishikawachō (near Chinatown) and Yokohama Station (Kanagawa's largest), heading to Higashi-Kanagawa. From there, they pass Kikuna (Tōkyū Tōyoko Line), Shin-Yokohama (Tōkaidō Shinkansen, Tōkyū Shin-yokohama Line, Sotetsu Shin-yokohama Line, Yokohama Municipal Subway BLUE LINE), and residential areas in Midori Ward. After Nagatsuta (Tōkyū Den-en-toshi Line), the line enters Tōkyō at Naruse. It connects with Odakyu Odawara Line at Machida, Keiō Sagamihara Line and Sagami Line at Hashimoto, and Chūō and Hachikō Lines at Hachiōji.[/p][p]Enjoy the scenery as the train travels from Ōfuna to Hachiōji, weaving through residential and commercial districts along the way.[/p][p][/p][p]We are working hard on the production of the film so that we can update you on its production status as soon as possible. Please look forward to further updates![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]On October 7, we implemented the following updates.[/p][p][/p][p]【Tōkaidō Line DLC】[/p][p]・Signal Display Fix[/p][p]Fixed signal display at Hiratsuka Station for 1567E.[/p][p][/p][p]【Jōban Line DLC】[/p][p]・Next Station Display Fix[/p][p]Fixed an issue where incorrect next stations were displayed between Ushiku and Hitachino-Ushiku Stations.[/p][p][/p][p]【Utsunomiya Line DLC】[/p][p]・Cab brightness correction[/p][p]Cab brightness has been adjusted.[/p][p]・Operation information correction[/p][p]Operation information during timetable selection for 4521Y has been corrected.[/p][p]・Stop Announcement Fix[/p][p]Added Higashi-Ōmiya Station to stop announcements on 4521Y.[/p][p][/p][p]【185 Series DLC】[/p][p]・Corrected signal indications[/p][p]On Utsunomiya Line 5044M, the signal display at Oyama Station has been corrected.[/p][p]※This has been reflected since October 10.[/p][p][/p][p]【Hachikō Line DLC】[/p][p]・Next Station Display Fix[/p][p]Fixed an issue where incorrect next stations were displayed between Takasaki and Takasaki Yard.[/p][p][/p][p]【Tōbu Railway DLC】[/p][p]・Signal Call Position Fix[/p][p]Fixed signal call positions near Shin-Koshigaya Station on the TOBU SKYTREE LINE.[/p][p][/p][p]【Shōnan-Shinjuku Line DLC】[/p][p]・Corrected transfer time processing[/p][p]Corrected time transfer processing at Ōmiya Station and Shinjuku Station.[/p][p]・Corrected signal indications[/p][p]Corrected station signal indications at Ōfuna Station.[/p][p]・Corrected English announcements[/p][p]Corrected the English announcement after departure from Ōmiya Station on 2831Y.[/p]

Regarding Changes to System Requirements Due to the End of Windows 10 Support

[p]Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator.[/p][p][/p][p]Support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025, Japan Standard Time.[/p][p]Consequently, we have revised the system requirements for JR EAST Train Simulator.[/p][p]While meeting the system requirements for Windows 11, we have updated the minimum and recommended requirements for gameplay.[/p][p]For detailed requirements, please refer to each store page.[/p][p][/p][p]We appreciate your continued support of JR EAST Train Simulator.[/p]

The official guidebook will be on sale at the 32nd "Railway Festival"!

[p]Thank you for playing “JR EAST Train Simulator”. [/p][p]The 32nd "Railway Festival" will be held in Odaiba from October 11th to 12th, where we will be selling the “JR EAST Train Simulator Official Perfect Guide”! Please come visit us in Odaiba![/p][p]※Quantities are limited, so please understand if items sell out.[/p][p][/p][p] 【Event Overview】[/p]
  • [p]Event Dates: Saturday, October 11, 2025 and Sunday, October 12, 2025(JST)[/p]
  • [p]Event Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM[/p]
  • [p]Location: Odaiba East Promenade, Stone and Light Plaza / Flower Plaza[/p]
  • [p]Sales Location: Orange Page Co., Ltd. Booth[/p]
[p]※Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: Press Release[/p][p]Regarding the 32nd "Railway Festival"(Japanese)[/p][p][/p][p]       [/p][p]【About This Book】 [/p][p]The “JR EAST Train Simulator Official Perfect Guide” is a work filled with information that can only be found here, such as the appeal of the realistic driving experience of JR EAST Train Simulator, interviews with drivers, an operation guide for those who are considering playing the simulator, key strategies, and secret stories about the production of the simulator. [/p][p]Please take a look at the contents, which can be enjoyed regardless of whether or not you have played JR EAST Train Simulator before![/p][p]※The contents of this manual are based on the JR EAST Train Simulator and may differ from the actual operation of the train.[/p][p][/p][p]【Main features of this book】 [/p][p]1. Train Simulator Overview[/p][p]Introduce the features of the simulator include a realistic driving experience utilizing live-action video, faithfully reproduced cab equipment, and running sounds recorded from actual trains.[/p][p]2.Posting of interviews with drivers[/p][p] Introduce behind-the-scenes stories of the production by Ongakukan Corporation's Minoru Mukaiya, who is responsible for the production of the JR EAST Train Simulator, as well as “the day-to-day operations and the depth of train driving” as told by the operators.[/p][p]3.Operation Guide & Strategy Points for Beginners[/p][p]The site provides explanations that even beginners can enjoy, from basic operations on the PC and smartphone versions to tips on driving each route, points to keep in mind, and explanations of terminology.[/p][p]4.Realistic driving commentary for each route[/p][p]Based on the driving experience of current drivers and other information, the site introduces in detail the features between stations on more than 20 lines that have been released to date.[/p][p]※Some contents may be subject to change.[/p][p][/p][p]【Book Overview】[/p]
  • [p]Title:JR EAST Train Simulator Official Perfect Guide[/p]
  • [p]Published and released:Orange Page Inc.[/p]
  • [p]Supervising:East Japan Railway Company[/p]
  • [p]Price:2,750yen[/p]
  • [p]Release date:Tuesday, August 5, 2025(JST)[/p][p]※Reservations will begin as soon as they are ready at major bookstores and online bookstores [/p]
  • [p]Place of release: Paper: Major bookstores, online bookstores (Amazon,JRE MALL Shopping, etc.)[/p][p]         E-books: Major e-commerce bookstores that sell e-books 
                 (Amazon(Kindle),Google_Play_Books, JRE MALL Shopping, etc.)[/p]