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Next route to be distributed

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

We hope everyone is enjoying the Narita Line and Kashima Line DLC and update that was released on Tuesday, May 28.

We have received the following comments about the Narita Line and Kashima Line DLC.
"Beautiful tranquil scenery."
"I'm glad I like the 209 series!"
"Conductor's voice on the train is good"
We are encouraged by all of these positive comments and your candid reviews.
Thank you again for the many reviews and supportive comments.


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Now, as we announced in our last YouTube live stream (1:18:50~),we have been delivering new routes every month so far, in June and July, we will focus on updating existing routes, and in August, we plan to bring new routes to you.


Please note that we will not be broadcasting live on YouTube this month, but the update itself is scheduled for this month as well, so please look forward to the announcement from tomorrow onward.
In July, we plan to introduce the June and July updates and provide hints for the next distribution route. Please look forward to it!


It will take some time to distribute the new lines, but we are working hard to further evolve the “JR EAST Train Simulator”.
We look forward to your continued support of the JR EAST Train Simulator!


[Call for Responses] Questionnaire (June 2024)

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

[h3]We have decided to conduct a questionnaire regarding JR EAST Train Simulator to help us develop better products in the future.[/h3]

We would very much appreciate your candid feedback through this survey.
Responses are welcome from anyone, whether you know the simulator, don't know it, or have never played it before!

[h3]【Questionnaire Responses】[/h3]
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[h3]Response deadline June 16 (Sun.) *Japan Time[/h3]

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6/7(Fri) Update Information

The following corrections and functional improvements have been made

[h4]<Modifications>[/h4]
    【Common】
  • Fixed a problem in which the whistle (first level) kept sounding even when the Enter key was not pressed.
  • Fixed a bug that caused some pantograph lowering operations at Oiwake Station to be omitted when skipping stop times was set to manual on the Oga Line.
  • Fixed a bug that caused the brake to stop working when the controller is used and the leverser is set to “OFF” during play.
  • Improved operability of the pause menu on the controller.
    Improved pause button functionality so that the user can exit from the pause screen by pressing the pause button in addition to the back button.
  • Added a settings button to the pause screen.
    After starting operation, it has been improved so that settings can be displayed on the pause screen and voice settings can be changed without the need to return to the settings screen.
    【Narita Line・Kashima LineDLC】
  • Modified to call out “200” in response to brake pressure upon arrival at the station.

We will discuss JR EAST Train Simulator DLC Vol. 17 "Narita/Kashima" live today.

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator!

In conjunction with the release of the JR East Train Simulator DLC Vol. 17 "Narita Line and Kashima Line" , a live YouTube distribution will be held on Tuesday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. Japan time to talk passionately about the latest DLC "Narita Line and Kashima Line" and the update.
In addition to the usual members, the main line drivers and conductors of the Narita Crew Supervisory Center who actually work on the Narita Line and Kashima Line will also participate in this time.
Please come and watch!

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DLC No. 17 "Narita Line and Kashima Line" is now available!

Thank you for playing JR EAST Train Simulator.
Thank you for your patience, we have started to distribute the 17th DLC, "Narita Line and Kashima Line" today, May 28 (Tuesday)!

[h3]▢Narita Line[/h3]


[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Narita Line is a 75.4 km long line connecting Matsugishi Station in Chōshi City, Chiba Prefecture, to Sakura Station in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture.This DLC includes a 94.7 km long section, including a portion between Chōshi and Matsugishi Stations and between Sakura and Chiba Stations on the Sōbu Main Line.The Narita Line, which opened between Narita and Sakura stations in 1897, has a history of more than 120 years.In the past, the “Suigo” express train operated between Tokyo Station and Chōshi Station via the Narita Line.Currently, only regular trains run from Chōshi Station to Sakura Station.
The Narita Line runs along the Tone River after leaving Matsugishi Station.The line heads for Narita Station via Katori Station, the gateway to Katori Jingu Shrine, one of the three shrines in the eastern part of Japan; Sawara Station, where you can enjoy the atmosphere of a Koedo town; and Shimōsa-Kōzaki Station, the nearest station to the historic sake brewery town.The long, quiet stretch of fields stretches all the way to Narita Station.From Narita Station to Sakura Station, the “Narita Express” express train runs between central Tokyo and Narita Airport, making this a busy section with many trains.
We hope you will enjoy the Narita Line with this DLC, which is full of local train feeling while enjoying the rural landscape with its fields.

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[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h3]
  • The first JR EAST Train Simulator that can drive the 209 Series!!
  • Implemented a schedule with driving time exceeding 2 hours!
  • Voice broadcasting by a conductor and pointing and calling by a driver are implemented! (Narita Crew Supervisory Center is in charge)
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[h3]Route Information[/h3]
  • Section: Narita Line Inbound Chōshi ⇒ Chiba
  • Total length: 94.7 km
  • Number of Stations: 22
  • Security equipment: ATS-P


[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]
  • Train Number:436M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Chiba
  • Section where you can drive: Chōshi(07:13)→Chiba(09:11)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:450M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Chiba
  • Section where you can drive: Chōshi(12:07)→Chiba(14:10)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:2446M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Narita
  • Section where you can drive: Chōshi(11:03)→Narita(12:27)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:2462M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Narita
  • Section where you can drive: Chōshi(16:08)→Narita(17:29)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center


[h3]▢Kashima Line[/h3]


[h3]About the Route[/h3]
The Kashima Line is a 17.4 km long line connecting Kashima-Soccer Stadium Station in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, to Katori Station in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture.This DLC includes a 21.0 km long section, including a portion between Katori and Sawara Stations on the Narita Line.It has a relatively short history in the JR-EAST service area, having opened in 1970.Although the Kashima Line begins at Katori Station, the first station for operational purposes is Sawara Station (some trains depart from Narita Station), so trains run on the Narita Line tracks between Katori Station and Sawara Station.In the past, the “Ayame” express train operated up to five round trips per day.As of 2024, there is one round-trip rapid train per day that runs directly from the Tokyo area.In addition, since Kashima-Soccer Stadium Station is a temporary station, trains operate between Kashima Jingū Station and Sawara Station except when events are held at Kashima Soccer Stadium.Most sections of the line run on elevated tracks, allowing passengers to enjoy scenic views of Kitaura, Hitachi-Tone River, and Tone River, which are typical of the Suigou area.
Enjoy the DLC of the Kashima Line while enjoying the rural scenery of the Hokuso Plateau spreading out from the elevated line.

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[h3]Points of Appeal[/h3]
[h3]
  • Ability to operate from Kashima-Soccer Stadium Station, which is not served by regular commercial trains.!
  • First implementation of "a Out of Service" train schedule on JR-East routes!
  • Voice broadcasting by a conductor and pointing and calling by a driver are implemented! (Narita Crew Supervisory Center is in charge)
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[h3]Route Information[/h3]
  • Section: Kashima Line Inbound Kashima-Soccer Stadium ⇒ Sawara
  • Total length: 21.0 km
  • Number of Stations: 7
  • Security equipment: ATS-P


[h3]Train schedules that can be operated[/h3]
  • Train Number:回522M
  • Type/Destination: Out of Service to Kashimajingū
  • Section where you can drive: Kashima-Soccer Stadium(06:22)→Kashimajingū(06:26)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:522M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Sawara
  • Section where you can drive: Kashimajingū(06:30)→Sawara(07:00)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:524M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Sawara
  • Section where you can drive: Kashimajingū(07:01)→Sawara(07:27)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:536M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Sawara
  • Section where you can drive: Kashimajingū(13:23)→Sawara(13:44)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

  • Train Number:540M
  • Type/Destination: Local train to Sawara
  • Section where you can drive: Kashimajingū(16:35)→Sawara(16:56)
  • Type of train: Series 209-2100 4 cars
  • Responsible for real voice train announcements: Narita Crew Supervisory Center

[h3]International sales price: US$39.99[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2998930/JR_____2092100_____2092100/?beta=0


[h3]The following features have been added and modified for the release of the DLC.[/h3]
    [h3]
    【Takasaki Line】
  • Corrected the location of the signal station
    The location of the Ibori signal station has been corrected.

    【Sōbu Line(Rapid)】
  • Corrected the location of the signal station
    The location of the Kurosuna signal station has been corrected.

    【Common to E233 series cars】
  • Adjustment of viewpoint
    The driver's cab center viewpoint was slightly to the left, so it was adjusted.

    【Common】
  • Introduction of manual skipping of train stops time
    Train stop time skipping has been changed to automatic/manual selection.
    If manual is selected, you can now enjoy progression in actual time until departure time, or you can skip at any time.
    Keyboard :Press enter key
    Controller:Can be assigned to a button of your choice from the STEAM client's controller settings.
  • Expanded controller support (compatible with Zuiki controller)
    Supported models:ZKNS-001/ ZKNS-002/ZKNS-011/ ZKNS-012
    You can use the Zuiki controller by selecting the official layout (the one with the ZUIKI text) from the controller settings in the STEAM client.
    For detailed setup instructions, please click here (page link to the Operating Manual on STEAM).

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[h3]If you like this update and the Narita Line and Kashima Line DLC, we would appreciate your review ratings.
Your reviews are the driving force behind our work.
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We will continue to update the software based on the reviews and comments we receive.

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